length

noun

ˈleŋ(k)th How to pronounce length (audio)
Definition of lengthnext
1
as in expansion
a wide space or area vowed that he would journey the lengths of the earth to find her

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as in distance
the space or amount of space between two points, lines, surfaces, or objects the length of a professional tennis court is 78 feet from baseline to baseline

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Recent Examples of length The saga has been thriving at the French box office despite its length and historical subject; and was shortlisted to represent France in the Oscar race. — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 6 Oct. 2026 Because of the complex nature of the testing — which the book goes to great lengths to explain — the results are strongest for two of Hemings’s sons. — Gregory S. Schneider, Washington Post, 6 Oct. 2026 Folding the two sections keeps it compact enough for a pocket or toolbox while still offering enough length for most quick measurements when unfolded. — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 6 Oct. 2026 Some species can live 30 years and grow to 13 feet in length, according to the Smithsonian’s National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute. — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for length
Recent Examples of Synonyms for length
  1. expansion
  2. distance
  3. expanse
  4. width
  5. stretch
  6. breadth
Noun
  • Over the next twenty years, the games and their expansion packs focused on historical events, alternate history and future conflicts.
    — Angelique Jackson, Variety, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The expansion gives Ultium Cells the ability to manufacture multiple cell chemistries and geometric form factors on the same campus.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of expansion
Noun
  • If Lula wins, Brazil will keep its distance from Washington and continue to deepen its relationship with China.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 5 Oct. 2026
  • The officer moved a safe distance away and ordered Cruz Linares to drop the knife.
    — Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of distance
Noun
  • Imagery, in its poetic sense, is unbridled by the laws of the real, unconcerned with replication, devoted instead to the rolling expanse of attempt.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2026
  • National monuments are designed to protect specific locations and objects, such as archaeological or historical sites, whereas national parks have a broader purpose including recreation and the preservation of vast expanses of wilderness.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of expanse
Noun
  • For the most organic blend of ancient and modern Bangkok, explore the nearby waterfront district Talat Noi (Small Market), where alleys lead to passageways that are often only shoulder width.
    — Tony Perrottet, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Here, a modest slide-out wall module expands the width of the motorhome interior to carve out extra space for a cozy home theater-style setup with two side-facing power recliners split far enough apart to fit a drinks/snacks table between them.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of width
Noun
  • Past the lobby lie the consortium’s constellation of swimming pools (four total, including one Nobu-exclusive, adults-only dip) and, across the bustling boardwalk, a stretch of beach with loungers reserved just for guests.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Arrive at the consultation with your medication details, an honest account of recent sun exposure, and the dates of your next cruise, wedding, or outdoor work stretch.
    — Malana VanTyler, Miami Herald, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of stretch
Noun
  • If the low-breadth market finally exhausts itself and rolls over, your capital at risk is mathematically capped at that 3%.
    — Michael Khouw, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026
  • But the breadth of the Hamiltons’ story was downsized for the series.
    — Senior Television, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of breadth

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“Length.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/length. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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