Meaning & Definition of word "Length"
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Length
/lɛŋkθ/
noun:
- 1. The measurement of something from end to end.
- Example: The length of the table is six feet.
- 2. The extent of time that something lasts.
- Example: We discussed the project for the length of the meeting.
- 3. A particular distance or size.
- Example: He swam the entire length of the pool.
- 4. A unit of measurement indicating distance.
- Example: The fabric is sold by the length in yards.
- 5. The condition of being lengthy.
- Example: The length of her essay impressed the teacher.
Etymology
Old English 'lycntho', related to the idea of stretching or extending.
Common Phrases and Expressions
At length:
In detail or at great length; thoroughly.
Lengthy process:
A process that takes a significant amount of time.
Long length:
A considerable measurement of distance or time.
Length of time:
The duration of an event or situation.
Related Words
long:
Having considerable duration or extent.
measure:
To ascertain the size, amount, or degree of.
distance:
The amount of space between two points.
width:
The measurement or extent of something from side to side.
Slang Meanings of length
Meaning: Lengthy speech.
Example Sentence: That guy went on at length during the meeting.
Meaning: To go to great lengths.
Example Sentence: She went to great lengths to organize the party.