LENGTHILY

lengthily, at length

(adverb) in a lengthy or prolix manner; “the argument went on lengthily”; “she talked at length about the problem”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adverb

lengthily (comparative more lengthily, superlative most lengthily)

In a lengthy way, in a manner that is long and drawn out, especially in time.

Synonyms

• at length, enduringly, protractedly; see also lastingly

Source: Wiktionary


Length"i*ly, adv.

Definition: In a lengthy manner; at great length or extent.

LENGTHY

Length"y, a. [Compar. Lengthier; superl. Lengthiest.]

Definition: Having length; rather long or too long; prolix; not brief; -- said chiefly of discourses, writings, and the like. "Lengthy periods." Washington. "Some lengthy additions." Byron. "These would be details too lengthy." Jefferson. "To cut short lengthy explanations." Trench.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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28 November 2024

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(noun) the fusion of originally different inflected forms (resulting in a reduction in the use of inflections)


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