Definition of long-lived
1 : having a long life : living a long time
long-lived siblings a long-lived perennial also : characterized by long life a long-lived family
2 : lasting a long time : enduring a long-lived fad also : existing, functioning, or active for a period of time that is longer than usual or expected a long-lived car long-lived nuclear waste
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The first known use of long-lived was in the 14th century
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