lengthy /ˈlɛŋθi/ adjective lengthier; lengthiest
lengthier; lengthiest
Learner's definition of LENGTHY
[also more lengthy; most lengthy]
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: lasting for a long time漫长的;长时间的 -
The process is both lengthy and costly.这个过程既耗时又耗钱。
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We got involved in a lengthy [=long] discussion.我们卷入了一场冗长的讨论。
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a series of lengthy delays一连串漫长的延期
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Lengthier trips require more planning.旅途越长,计划就要越仔细。
2
: having many pages, items, etc.详尽的;冗长的 — lengthily
/ˈlɛŋθəli/ adverb — lengthiness
/ˈlɛŋθinəs/ noun [noncount]