Meaning of the word longest in English

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longest

US /ˈlɔŋ.ɡɪst/
UK /ˈlɒŋ.ɡɪst/

Superlative Adjective

1.

having the greatest length

Example:
The Nile is the longest river in the world.
This is the longest journey I've ever taken.
2.

lasting for the greatest amount of time

Example:
Winter has the longest nights.
This is the longest meeting I've ever attended.