Definition

Continuing for a full year; lasting throughout the entire year.

Example

She enrolled in a yearlong program to improve her skills.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new yearlong program at the community center?

Yeah, I heard it's supposed to be really engaging and fun!

I'm thinking of signing up since it lasts an entire yearlong and offers so many activities.

That sounds like a great idea! It could be a nice change of pace.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Yearlong → It is formed from "year" (from Old English *geāre*, meaning a period of twelve months) and "long" (from Old English *lang*, meaning having a great extent in time or space). The word "yearlong" means lasting for the entire duration of a year.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'year' as a full cycle of twelve months and 'long' meaning it extends throughout that time — that's why yearlong means lasting for a whole year.

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