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Definition lengthy in American English

lengthy adjective

adjective
/ˈleŋθi/

▪ delay, discussion, interview, negotiations, pause, period

1

long, often lasting for longer than you want or expect

Example

There is a lengthy and complicated application procedure.

Example

It's a fairly lengthy report.

Example

After a lengthy period of negotiation, agreement was finally reached.

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Definition lengthy in American English