Definition of long–distance
1 : of or relating to telephone communication with a distant point especially outside a specified area
2a : situated a long distance awayb : going or covering a long distance long–distance roads a long–distance runnerc : conducted or effective over long distance a long–distance relationship long–distance listening devices
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1848
First Known Use of long–distance
1848
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Definition of long–distance
1 : by long-distance telephone called her long–distance
2 : over or from a long distance
1850
First Known Use of long–distance
1850
LONG–DISTANCE Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of long–distance for English Language Learners
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: going or covering a great distance
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: involving people who are far apart
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of a telephone call : connecting to a place that is far away
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