YEARS definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

Definition of “years”

Main meanings

  1. A long period of time or duration.
  2. Used as in the phrase “for years,” referring to something that has lasted or continued for a considerable time.
  3. A span or period characterized by the passage of time.
  4. Appears in expressions such as “the years of something,” describing distinct stages or periods of life or experience.
  5. Refers to a person’s age, especially old age.
  6. Used in phrases like “to put years on someone,” meaning to make someone look or feel older.

“Years” often emphasizes either longevity or stages of life, depending on the context.

Author’s summary: The word “years” signifies long durations or life stages, and frequently appears in idioms describing time, aging, or enduring experiences.

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