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duration

[ doo-rey-shuhn, dyoo- ]

noun

  1. the length of time something continues or exists (often used with the ).
  2. continuance in time.
  3. (in the philosophy of Bergson) a temporal continuum, intuitively known, within which the élan vital operates.


duration

/ ʊˈɪʃə /

noun

  1. the length of time that something lasts or continues
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Derived Forms

  • ˈپDzԲ, adjective
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Other Word Forms

  • ·tDz· adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of duration1

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English, from Medieval Latin ūپō-, stem of ūپō, from Latin ū(ܲ) “lasted” (past participle of ū “to last”; dure 2 ) + -ion
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Word History and Origins

Origin of duration1

C14: from Medieval Latin ūپō, from Latin ū to last
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They said the ceasefire would apply "throughout the duration of the talks and until their conclusion".

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In both cases, the Commission says the size of the fine takes into account "the gravity and duration of the non-compliance".

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Research on the ISS has shown that the biochemistry of astronauts' bodies changes during long duration space missions: their hormone balance and iron levels alter, and they we lose calcium from their bones.

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The new learning spaces, toilets and offices will be on site for the duration of the redevelopment while a permanent solution for the school is decided.

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Research is ongoing to establish whether there is a link between the frequency and duration of such blocked weather patterns with the changing global climate.

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