long-length
|long/length|
B2
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/lɔːŋ lɛŋθ/
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/lɒŋ lɛŋθ/
(length)
extent from end to end
Etymology
Etymology Information
'length' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'lengþu', where 'leng-' meant 'long'.
Historical Evolution
'lengþu' transformed into the Middle English word 'lengthe', and eventually became the modern English word 'length'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the measure of something from end to end', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a term used to describe something that is of considerable length.
The long-length of the rope made it perfect for the task.
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Last updated: 2025/01/12 19:47