lifelong

adjective

life·​long ˈlīf-ˌlȯŋ How to pronounce lifelong (audio)
1
: lasting or continuing through life
a lifelong friendship
2

Examples of lifelong in a Sentence

He had a lifelong love of nature.
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Paddy Boyland, a lifelong Blue, is saying farewell. Phil Hay, New York Times, 15 May 2025 But the 20-year-old, a lifelong Rockets fan, was panicking. Jane Onyanga-Omara, USA Today, 15 May 2025 Recognizing the signs of stroke and acting fast can mean the difference between full recovery and lifelong disability. Mill Etienne, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025 Memories of Truman Sports Complex Many lifelong Chiefs and Royals fans, like Harri Hewitt, want the teams to stay at Truman Sports Complex. Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 14 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for lifelong

Word History

First Known Use

1613, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of lifelong was in 1613

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“Lifelong.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lifelong. Accessed 29 May. 2025.

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lifelong

adjective
life·​long ˈlī-ˌflȯŋ How to pronounce lifelong (audio)
: continuing or lasting through life
a lifelong love for trees
a lifelong friendship

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