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Meaning of a lengthy span
A lengthy span refers to a long or extended period of time.
Etymology of a lengthy span
The phrase "a lengthy span" is derived from the words "lengthy" and "span", with "lengthy" originating from the Old English word "lengþ" meaning length, and "span" originating from the Old English word "spann" meaning a stretch or a period of time
Synonyms
extended period
long time
prolonged duration
lengthy interval
extended interval
long duration
prolonged period
considerable time
extensive period
lengthy time
long stretch
extended stretch
prolonged stretch
considerable stretch
extensive stretch
lengthy duration
extended duration
long interval
prolonged interval
considerable interval
extensive interval
lengthy period
extended period
long spell
prolonged spell
considerable spell
extensive spell
Definitions
- A period of time that is long or extended in duration
- * A stretch of time that is prolonged or lengthy
Usage Examples
- The company has been in operation for a lengthy span of 50 years
- * The researcher spent a lengthy span of time collecting data for the study
Antonyms
short period
brief time
short duration
brief duration
short interval
brief interval
short stretch
brief stretch
short spell
brief spell
limited time
restricted time
small interval
short space
brief space
fleeting moment
transient period
temporary period
ephemeral period