longtime

adjective

long·​time ˈlȯŋ-ˈtīm 

: having been so for a long time : long-standing

a longtime friend

a longtime friendship

Examples of longtime in a Sentence

the longtime chairman of the committee

longtime residents of the neighborhood

Recent Examples on the Web

Boise-area restaurants are churning, with a longtime Eagle Italian spot bowing out of its space soon, and a Hawaiian chain planting its flag in Kuna. — Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 8 Nov. 2026

In the 2nd District, which spans parts of the South Side, the south suburbs and downstate, Kelly will be succeeded by Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller, a longtime political ally and fellow Lynwood resident. — Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 8 Nov. 2026

Mary Downey, the longtime head of a community nonprofit, will fill the vacancy left by District 4 Commissioner Cheryl Grieb. — Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Nov. 2026

The 36-year-old pop superstar watched the Chiefs take on the New York Jets at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, joined by longtime friend Karlie Kloss. — Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 8 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1851, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for longtime

• airtime
• bedtime
• daytime
• downtime
• enzyme
• halftime
• lifetime
• lunchtime
• mealtime
• meantime
• nighttime
• noontime