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Meaning of 'lengthy' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Lengthy [ superl.]
- Having length; rather long or too long; prolix; not brief; -- said chiefly of discourses, writings, and the like.

Meaning of 'lengthy' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . lengthy [ s]
Meaning (1):
- relatively long in duration; tediously protracted
Example in sentence:
  • a drawn-out argument;
  • a lengthy visit from her mother-in-law;
  • a prolonged and bitter struggle;
  • an extended discussion;
  • protracted negotiations

Nearby Words:

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