Durational

/djʊˈreɪʃənəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or based on the length of time that something lasts.

Etymology

From Old French 'durer' (to last), from Latin 'durare' (to endure), plus the suffix '-al.' The term evolved to describe anything involving duration.

Kelly Says

In music and linguistics, 'durational' is key—the same note or sound means something completely different based on how long it lasts!

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