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lengthy
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lengthy

adjective \ˈleŋ(k)-thē, ˈlen(t)-\
length·i·erlength·i·est

Definition of LENGTHY

1
: protracted excessively : overlong
2
: extended, long
— length·i·ly \-thə-lē\ adverb
— length·i·ness \-thē-nəs\ noun
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Examples of LENGTHY

  1. The process is both lengthy and costly.
  2. a series of lengthy delays
  3. Lengthier trips require more planning.

First Known Use of LENGTHY

1689

Related to LENGTHY

Synonyms
elongate (or elongated), extended, king-size (or king-sized), long
Antonyms
brief, curt, short, shortish

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