Pronunciation: [jˈi͡əlɒŋ] (IPA) 
The word "yearlong" is pronounced "YEER-lawnG" and refers to something that lasts for an entire year. The spelling of the word is a combination of the word "year" and the suffix "-long", which means "lasting or continuing for a specified period of time". The "ea" in "year" is pronounced as /jɪr/ and the "long" is pronounced as /lɔːŋ/. Together, the word is pronounced with the stress on the first syllable, making it a two-syllable word.
Yearlong is an adjective that describes something that persists or lasts for the entire duration of a year, encompassing all four seasons. It implies a continuous and uninterrupted length of time that spans precisely 365 (or 366 in leap years) consecutive days. By definition, yearlong activities, events, or commitments extend from the beginning of one year to the end of the subsequent year, allowing for no gaps or interruptions.
The term encompasses the notion of consistency and is commonly used to describe endeavors, projects, or plans that are conducted over the course of an entire year without interruption. For example, a yearlong research project implies a sustained effort to investigate, gather data, analyze, and draw conclusions throughout a 12-month period. Similarly, a yearlong course involves attending classes, completing assignments, and learning for the entirety of a school year.
Yearlong is also frequently used to portray events or festivals that are celebrated or observed annually. It signifies that these occasions, such as religious holidays or cultural festivities, take place once every year and endure for the entire calendar year. Additionally, yearlong can designate a commitment or promise lasting a full year, as in a yearlong contract or a yearlong subscription.
Overall, yearlong describes the time span that remains consistent throughout a complete year, conveying the idea of continuity and endurance over the course of 365 days.
The word "yearlong" is formed by combining the noun "year" and the adjective "long".
