long-winded
Preserved but no longer current.
Meaning · English
A long-winded parson; one who preached long, tedious sermons. A long-winded paymaster; one who takes long credit.
Era: ca. 1811 (Georgian)
Where it’s used:
Origin
British & Irish English
Sources & notes
Historical definition reproduced from Grose’s Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue (1811 edition, public domain; Project Gutenberg #5402, retrieved 2026-07-31). Reflects the attitudes of its era.
Common questions
What does “long-winded” mean?
A long-winded parson; one who preached long, tedious sermons. A long-winded paymaster; one who takes long credit.
Is “long-winded” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.