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Meaning of a long period
The primary meaning of "a long period" refers to a duration of time that is greater than usual or expected.
Etymology of a long period
The phrase "a long period" is derived from the Old English words "lāng" meaning long and "perīodos" from Greek "períodos" meaning a going around, a cycle, from "perí" around and "hodos" a way
Historically, the term has been used to describe extended durations of time in various contexts, including history, science, and everyday life
Synonyms
extended period
lengthy duration
prolonged span
long time
extended duration
lengthy period
considerable time
substantial period
lengthy time
extended time
prolonged period
long duration
considerable duration
substantial duration
lengthy span
extended span
long span
prolonged duration
extended length
lengthy length
long length
prolonged length
extended term
lengthy term
long term
considerable term
substantial term
Definitions
- A duration of time that is greater than usual or expected
- * A considerable or substantial amount of time
Usage Examples
- The company has been in business for a long period, having been founded over 50 years ago
- * The city has been experiencing a long period of drought, with no significant rainfall in months
- * The team has been working on the project for a long period, and they are finally nearing completion
Antonyms
brief period
short duration
limited time
short time
brief duration
limited duration
short span
brief span
fleeting moment
transient period
temporary duration
short term
brief term
limited term