lifespan
Translation
lifespan
Examples
The average human lifespan has increased dramatically.
The average human lifespan has increased dramatically.
This battery has a very short lifespan.
This battery has a very short lifespan.
Grammar Patterns
the lifespan of ((sth.)) the length of time (sth.) is expected to live or function The lifespan of a mayfly is very short.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lifetime, life expectancy, duration
Etymology
A compound of 'life' and 'span' (the length of something from one end to the other).
Memory Tips
Imagine a bridge (a span) representing the length of a life.