duration

noun

du·​ra·​tion du̇-ˈrā-shən 

 also  dyu̇-

1

: continuance in time

gradually increase the duration of your workout

2

: the time during which something exists or lasts

were there for the duration of the concert

Synonyms

• continuance
• date
• life
• life span
• lifetime
• run
• standing
• time

Examples of duration in a Sentence

You should gradually increase the duration of your workout.

for the whole duration of the speech the bored audience fidgeted

Recent Examples on the Web

The appropriate duration of treatment, according to those standards and experts interviewed by ProPublica, should be based on the patients’ needs, as evaluated by the clinicians working directly with the patients. —Annie Waldman, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024

Nuclear isn’t the only option for round-the-clock low-carbon power generation — long duration batteries and geothermal energy are potent competitors. —Saul Elbein, The Hill, 11 Dec. 2024

At the end of each workout, the user is provided with a performance report which covers metrics like duration, calories burned, reps, sets and training areas targeted. —Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 9 Dec. 2024

What's the difference between snow squalls and snowstorms A key difference between a snow squall and snowstorm is the duration of the event, the NWS reported. —Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 7 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

see durance

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing duration

• for the duration

Kids Definition

duration

noun

du·​ra·​tion d(y)u̇-ˈrā-shən 

: the time during which something exists or lasts