long-range

adjective

ˈlȯŋ-ˈrānj 

1

: relating to or fit for long distances

long-range rockets

2

: involving or taking into account a long period of time

long-range planning

Examples of long-range in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Ideally, a reciprocal halt in long-range air and missile attacks could then be replicated across other sectors—maritime, commercial, and transportation—thus forming the basis of a broader aerial cease-fire. — Eric Ciaramella, Foreign Affairs, 14 Oct. 2026

The radar is intended to provide continuous 360-degree coverage while combining long-range detection, target tracking, and a transportable configuration in a single system. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 14 Oct. 2026

The third-year forward ended with 18 points in 20 minutes while shooting 4 for 11 from 3-point range, marking his third consecutive preseason game with at least 10 long-range attempts. — Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Oct. 2026

The Congressional Budget Office still publishes an annual long-term budget forecast, and reports by the Congressional Research Service and Government Accountability Office often offer long-range perspectives. — John T. Shaw, Chicago Tribune, 14 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1809, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for long-range

• arrange
• derange
• estrange
• exchange
• midrange
• change
• grange
• mange
• range
• strange
• interchange
• rearrange

Kids Definition

long-range

adjective

-ˈrānj

1

: relating to or fit for long distances

a long-range gun

2

: long-term

long-range planning