: using too many words in speaking or writing
▪ The teacher was known for his long-winded explanations. ▪ a long-winded sermon/speech ▪ a long-winded speaker
▪ The teacher was known for his long-winded explanations. ▪ a long-winded sermon/speech ▪ a long-winded speaker
— long–wind·ed·ness noun [noncount]







