lifespan — the length of time for which a person or organism lives or a thing functions
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the length of time for which a person or organism lives or a thing functions
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlaɪfˌspæn/
Korean meaning: 사람이나 생물체가 살아있는 기간, 또는 사물이 기능하는 기간
Korean pronunciation: **라이프**스팬
Example Sentences
- My goldfish had a surprisingly long lifespan of 8 years, which is longer than most of my friendships.
- Scientists are studying ways to increase the human lifespan.
- The lifespan of a mayfly is only one day, making them the ultimate procrastinators of the insect world.
lifespan
NOUN//ˈlaɪfˌspæn//
the length of time for which a person or organism lives or a thing functions
the length of time for which a person or organism lives or a thing functions
Through timespan and wingspan, we witness a lifespan!
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Origin
현대 영어에서 'life'(삶)과 'span'(기간)이 합쳐진 복합어로, 생명체나 사물이 존재하는 시간의 범위를 나타내기 위해 만들어졌습니다.
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📝Examples
“My goldfish had a surprisingly long lifespan of 8 years, which is longer than most of my friendships.”
“Scientists are studying ways to increase the human lifespan.”
“The lifespan of a mayfly is only one day, making them the ultimate procrastinators of the insect world.”
“Regular exercise can significantly extend your lifespan.”
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