ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Longsome

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /ˈlɒŋsəm/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Longsome is an adjective meaning (UK dialectal) Tedious; tiresomely long.

Meaning

(UK dialectal) Tedious; tiresomely long.

More Meanings

  1. (archaic, UK dialectal) Marked or characterised by longness or length; lengthy; long-lasting; protracted.

Synonyms for longsome

Depending on context, synonyms include lengthsome, diuturnal, prolonged, plodding, tiresome, wearisome.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include long-legged, longlimbed, lanksome, lingersome, longish, leggy.

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