without delay; smoothly; without a hitch
Describes an event or process proceeding without obstacles, delays, or problems. Often used in formal or business contexts.
See also: 滞り
The meeting concluded without a hitch.
I will prepare so that the procedures go smoothly.
Standard kanji spelling.
Variant with 無く instead of なく; less common but still seen.
Derived from the verb 滞る (とどこおる, 'to be delayed') with the adverbial suffix なく, meaning 'without'.