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milelong

American  
[mahyl-lawng, -long] / ˈmaɪlˌlɔŋ, -ˌlɒŋ /

adjective

  1. extending for a mile.

    a milelong beach.


Etymology

Origin of milelong

First recorded in 1825–35; mile + long 1

Example Sentences

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Finally, a milelong strip along Stocker Street east of Hahn Park was added.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 9, 2025

The milelong walk takes around 45 minutes to an hour.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 29, 2023

We look out at the water roaring out of the milelong, concrete riverbank.

From Slate ● Jun. 18, 2019

He escaped in July 2015 via a milelong underground tunnel leading to a shower in his cell.

From Washington Times ● Jan. 20, 2017

Development on the milelong stretch between La Brea and Fairfax has flourished thanks to relaxed height restrictions and zoning rules that allow for multifamily housing.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 4, 2016

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