-lived

adjective combining form

ˈlīvd,
ˈlivd
: having a life of a specified kind or length
long-lived

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from lif life

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Cite this Entry

“-lived.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/-lived. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

-lived

adjective combining form
ˈlīvd,
ˈlivd
: having a life of a specified kind or length
long-lived
Etymology

Middle English -lived "having life," from lif "life"

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