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lengthy

US/ˈlɛŋθi/ uncommon

adjective

1.

relatively long in duration; tediously protracted

  • “a drawn-out argument”
  • “an extended discussion”
  • “a lengthy visit from her mother-in-law”
  • “a prolonged and bitter struggle”
  • “protracted negotiations”

Origin

From length + -y.

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