time-con·sum·ing
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Definition of time-consuming
1
: using or taking up a great deal of time
time-consuming chores
2
: wasteful of time
time-consuming tactics
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“Time-consuming.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/time-consuming. Accessed 20 Sep. 2021.
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English Language Learners Definition of time-consuming
: using or needing a large amount of time
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