Definition & Meaning of "long"

(of vowels or syllables) pronounced for a longer duration

large in number or amount

(of a piece of writing) containing a large number of pages or words

persisting or continuing for an extensive period of time

(of a position, shares, bonds, etc.) bought with the expectation that their value will increase over time

reaching far into the future, often involving deep or distant considerations

(of odds, etc.) reflecting or indicating a low likelihood of success or occurrence

(of drinks) mixed with a significant amount of nonalcoholic liquid, such as soda

(of a sport's ball, pass, shot, etc.) traveling a considerable distance, often beyond what was expected or intended

(of a kick, shot, pass, etc.) exceeding the intended distance and causing the ball to go beyond the designated play area

involving a noticeable and prolonged exhalation or inhalation of breath

in a manner that lasts throughout a specified period of time

used to refer to a moment in time that is significantly earlier or later than a specific event or point

over a great distance from one point to another

in a manner that exceeds the intended target or distance

in a manner that goes too far, extending beyond designated play area

an investor or trader who buys securities or commodities with the expectation that their value will rise over time

a lengthy period of time

a clothing size designed specifically for tall people, characterized by extended length in sleeves and legs

a prolonged auditory signal, such as an extended beep in Morse code