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1lifetime

noun life·time \ˈlīf-ˌtīm\

: the time during which a person is alive

: a very long time

: the time during which something lasts or is useful

Full Definition of LIFETIME

1
a :  the duration of the existence of a living being (as a person or an animal) or a thing (as a star or a subatomic particle)
b :  life 12
2
:  an amount accumulated or experienced in a lifetime <a lifetime of regrets>
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First Known Use of LIFETIME

13th century

2lifetime

adjective

Definition of LIFETIME

1
:  lifelong
2
:  of long duration or continuance <lifetime legislation>
3
:  measured or achieved over the span of a career <a baseball player's lifetime batting average>

First Known Use of LIFETIME

1834
LIFETIME Defined for Kids

lifetime

noun life·time \ˈlīf-ˌtīm\

Definition of LIFETIME for Kids

:  life 2

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