attention span
noun
Definition of attention span
: the length of time during which one (such as an individual or a group) is able to concentrate or remain interested
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people with short attention spans
1903
First Known Use of attention span
1903
ATTENTION SPAN Defined for English Language Learners
attention span
noun
Definition of attention span for English Language Learners
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: the length of time during which someone is able to think about or remain interested in something
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