Looking for the meaning of the word HEADLONG in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of HEADLONG with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Headlong
Speech Type: Adverb
Etymology:
Middle English headling(from head + the adverbial suffix -ling), altered in late Middle English by association with -long
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈhɛdlɒŋ
Dialects: British English
Definition:
with the head foremost
Short Definition:with head foremost
Examples:- he fell headlong into the tent
Definition:
in a rush; with reckless haste
Short Definition:in rush
Examples:- those who rush headlong to join in the latest craze
Word: Headlong
Speech Type: Adjective
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈhɛdlɒŋ
Dialects: British English
Definition:
extremely or recklessly hasty
Short Definition:extremely hasty
Examples:- a headlong dash through the house
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