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

While there is no official confirmation that a herd of sheep will graze along the course, which is apparently a longtime tradition on rural courses in Ireland, Duff’s has hinted at the possibility. — Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026

Opera Carolina has seen turnover with other longtime employees this year. — Catherine Muccigrosso july 24, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026

Amanda Palley has joined as Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer, partnering with her longtime friend Lewis, who continues as Chief Executive Officer. — Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 23 July 2026

Tim Mendelson, her longtime executive assistant, friend and co-trustee of her estate, recalls a toy store pitstop during a visit to New York City as the late icon was announcing her 1991 fragrance, White Diamonds. — Liz McNeil, PEOPLE, 23 July 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