longevity
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Britannica Dictionary definition of LONGEVITY
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a
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long life
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the fact of living for many years
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His longevity was remarkable considering he had been so sick when he was a child.
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The members of that family are famous for their longevity. [=for living to be very old]
b
:
length of life
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Better medical treatment has led to greater longevity.
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a study of human longevity
2
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the length of time that something or someone lasts or continues
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The longevity of a car's tires depends on how the car is driven.
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She's a talented athlete, but many people have doubts about her longevity. [=about how long her athletic career will last]
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They're trying to increase the product's longevity.
