longtime

[lawng-tahym, long-]

adjective

1. existing, occurring, or continuing for a long period of time; times; longstanding.

   longtime friends celebrating 50 years of association.

longtime

/ ˈlɒŋˌtaɪm /

adjective

1. of long standing

Word History and Origins

Origin of longtime¹

First recorded in 1575–85; long ¹ + time

Example Sentences

Pretrial filings and hearings indicated that the Angels were attempting to show that Skaggs was a longtime drug user who acquired pills from sources other than Kay.

From Los Angeles Times

Punitive tariffs are imposed on longtime allies, seemingly for whimsical or inscrutable reasons.

From Salon

The Kings’ longtime center announced last month that, at 38, he will retire after this season and spend more time with his family.

From Los Angeles Times

No allegations have touched Sheinbaum, a scientist and longtime academic known for her austere lifestyle and serious demeanor.

From Los Angeles Times

Al-Astal, who considers himself a longtime foe of Hamas, is unapologetic in his choices, which he sees as essential in a post-Hamas Gaza.

From Los Angeles Times

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