Long-winded Definition
lôngwĭndĭd, lŏng-
adjective
Capable of considerable exertion without getting out of breath.
Webster's New World
Wearisomely verbose.
A long-winded speaker.
American Heritage
Able to maintain breathing power during exertion.
A long-winded swimmer.
American Heritage
Speaking or writing at great, often tiresome length.
Webster's New World
Tiresomely long.
Webster's New World
Origin of Long-winded
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Figurative, from long + winded
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