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lifespan

The correct spelling is lifespan.

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noun

Say it like: Lif-esp-an

The correct spelling is lifespan. The length of time for which an organism lives. For example: "Some clams have lifespans far longer than those of human beings."

Usage Examples

Some clams have lifespans far longer than those of human beings.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.The length of time for which an organism lives.
  2. 2.(by extension) The length of time for which something exists or is current or valid.

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