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Meaning of Long-Term
Relating to or denoting a period of time that is long, especially in relation to a person's lifetime or the duration of a project or investment.
Definitions
- Relating to or denoting a period of time that is long, especially in relation to a person's lifetime or the duration of a project or investment.
- * Lasting or intended to last for a long time.
Etymology of Long-Term
The term "long-term" originated from the combination of "long" and "term", with "long" derived from Old English "lang" and "term" from Old French "terme", ultimately from Latin "terminus", meaning boundary or limit.
Historically, the phrase has been used to describe periods of time that extend beyond the immediate future, often in the context of planning, investment, or strategy.
Example Uses
- The company is focusing on long-term growth rather than short-term gains.
- * Long-term exposure to sunlight can cause skin damage.
- * The government has implemented a long-term plan to reduce carbon emissions.