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all-day

adjective \ ˈȯl-ˈdā \

Definition of all-day

: lasting for, occupying, or appearing throughout an entire day
  • an all-day trip

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First Known Use of all-day

1794

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all-day

adjective

Definition of all-day for English Language Learners

  • : lasting throughout the day

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