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Term: long-lost
Definition:
Adjective: Having been separated, lost, or forgotten for a significant amount of time.
Senses:
- (general) Referring to something that was missing or unknown for a long period of time.
- (popular) Used to describe a close friend, relative, or lover who has not been seen or heard from in a long time.
- (local) Specific to a particular place or community, typically referring to something that was once known or prominent but has since been forgotten or overlooked.
Examples:
- The archaeologists made an astonishing discovery when they found a long-lost civilization deep in the jungle.
- After years of searching, he finally managed to track down his long-lost sister.
- The old mansion revealed its long-lost secrets as the renovations unearthed hidden rooms and passages.
- I stumbled upon a dusty book in the library, filled with long-lost recipes from our local cuisine.
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