Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

duration

noun
/djuːˈreɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The time during which something continues or lasts.
Examples
  • The duration of the movie is two hours and fifteen minutes.
  • She measured the duration of the class to plan her study schedule.
  • We need to consider the duration of the project before setting a deadline.
Meaning
Duration refers to how long an event, situation, or condition persists.
Synonyms
  • length
  • period
  • time span
  • continuance
  • extent