long-held
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/ˈlɔːŋ hɛld/
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/ˈlɒŋ hɛld/
enduring belief
Etymology
Etymology Information
'long-held' originates from the combination of 'long' and 'held', where 'long' meant 'for a great duration' and 'held' meant 'kept or maintained'.
Historical Evolution
'Long-held' evolved from the Old English word 'lang' meaning 'long' and 'healdan' meaning 'to hold', eventually forming the modern English compound adjective 'long-held'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'kept for a long time', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having been held or believed for a long time.
The community has a long-held tradition of celebrating the harvest festival.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42