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Meaning of length
The primary meaning of the word "length" refers to the measurement or extent of something from one end to the other.
Etymology of length
The word "length" comes from Old English "lengþu", which is derived from "lang" meaning long, and the suffix "-thu" or "-þu" which forms a noun indicating a state or condition.
Historically, the word has been used since the 9th century to describe physical extension, duration, or the quality of being long.
Synonyms
extension
distance
span
measurement
dimension
size
extent
stretch
breadth
width
height
depth
magnitude
duration
term
period
space
reach
range
scope
scale
proportion
magnitude
longitude
diameter
radius
circumference
area
volume
capacity
amplitude
expanse
spread
sweep
stretchiness
elongation
prolongation.
Definitions
- The measurement or extent of something from one end to the other, especially in a straight line.
- A measure of how long something is, either in terms of physical distance or duration.
- The quality of being long, in terms of physical extent, duration, or verbal or written expression.
Usage Examples
- The length of the room is 10 meters.
- The length of the movie was too long for my attention span.
- The team practiced their running technique to increase their stride length.