long-lasting — long′ last′ing adj. 1) cvb enduring or existing for a long period of time: a long lasting friendship[/ex] 2) cvb effective for a relatively long period of time: a long lasting pain reliever[/ex] • Etymology: 1520–30 … From formal English to slang
long-lasting — /lawng las ting, lah sting, long /, adj. 1. enduring or existing for a long period of time: a long lasting friendship. 2. effective for a relatively long period of time: a long lasting pain reliever. 3. resisting the effects of wear or use over a … Universalium
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