lifespan

noun
UK: /ˈlaɪf.spæn/
US: /ˈlaɪf.spæn/

  1. The length of time that something lives or functions.

    1. The average lifespan is increasing.
    2. The product's lifespan is reduced by continuous exposure to direct sunlight.

  2. The period between the birth and death of a living thing or the duration of the existence of an inanimate object or concept.

    1. What is the average human lifespan in the world?
    2. The proposed changes could extend the lifespan of the aging bridge significantly.

Synonyms

lifetime duration existence life

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "lifespan" in English means: The length of time that something lives or functions., The period between the birth and death of a living thing or the duration of the existence of an inanimate object or concept..

The phonetic transcription of "lifespan" is /ˈlaɪf.spæn/ in British English and /ˈlaɪf.spæn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "lifespan": lifetime, duration, existence, life.

Example usage of "lifespan": "The average lifespan is increasing.". More examples on the page.