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long–lived
adjective \ˈlȯŋ-ˈlivd also -ˈlīvd\
: living or lasting for a long time
Full Definition of LONG-LIVED
1
: having a long life : characterized by long life <a long–lived family>
2
: lasting a long time : enduring
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First Known Use of LONG-LIVED
14th century
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long–lived
adjective \ˈlȯŋ-ˈlivd, -ˈlīvd\
Definition of LONG-LIVED for Kids
: living or lasting for a long time <a long-lived disagreement>
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