lengthy
Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˈlɛŋθi/
lengthy means: Taking a lot of time or using a lot of words.
adjective
VERY LONGB2
Taking a lot of time or using a lot of words.
- The meeting was lengthy.
- She gave a lengthy explanation of the rules.
- Lengthy delays have frustrated the passengers.
Questions about lengthy
What does lengthy mean?
Taking a lot of time or using a lot of words.
What is lengthy in other languages?
Türkçe: uzun · Español: largo · Français: long · Deutsch: lang · Italiano: lungo · 日本語: 長い
How do you pronounce lengthy?
It is pronounced /ˈlɛŋθi/.
How do you use lengthy in a sentence?
The meeting was lengthy. She gave a lengthy explanation of the rules.
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