long

US /lɑːŋ/
UK /lɑːŋ/
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measuring a great distance from end to end

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The river is very long.
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She has beautiful long hair.
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extendedlengthy
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short
2.

lasting for a great amount of time, or a longer time than expected or usual

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It was a long and difficult journey.
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I haven't seen her for a long time.
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lengthyextendedprotracted
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shortbrief
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for a long duration of time

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How long will you be staying?
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He didn't stay long.
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for a long timeat length
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brieflyshortly
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have a strong desire or wish for something

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I long for a quiet life in the countryside.
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She longed to see her family again.
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