English Explanatory Dictionary

lengthy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Having length; long and overextended, especially in time rather than dimension.
  2. Speaking or writing at length; long-winded.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

lengthy lengthier lengthiest

Etymology

From length + -y.

Related words

lengthful lengthish lengthsome

Derived words

lengthily lengthiness
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