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LONG-WINDED

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Using or containing too many words

Example:

proceedings were delayed by wordy disputes

Synonyms:

long-winded; tedious; verbose; windy; wordy

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

prolix (tediously prolonged or tending to speak or write at great length)

Derivation:

long-windedness (boring verbosity)

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