long-drawn-out

adjective

ˈlȯŋ-ˈdrȯn-ˈau̇t

variants or long-drawn

ˈlȯŋ-ˈdrȯn

Synonyms of long-drawn-out next

: extended to a great length

Examples of long-drawn-out in a Sentence

a long-drawn-out acceptance speech by an overemotional actor

Word History

First Known Use

1592, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of long-drawn-out was in 1592

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“Long-drawn-out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/long-drawn-out. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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