long-range
/ˈlɔːŋ reɪndʒ/adjective★Intermediate
formal
Relating to or capable of covering a great distance; far‑reaching.
Long-range planning is essential for sustainable growth.
Planning that looks far ahead is crucial for lasting development.
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Often hyphenated when placed before a noun.
💻Technology
technical
Describing weapons or systems that can engage targets at great distances.
The navy deployed a long-range missile to test its new radar system.
The navy used a missile that can strike far‑away targets to evaluate the radar.
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Common in military and aerospace contexts.
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