Definition for PRO-LIX'

PRO-LIX', a. [L. prolixus; pro and laxus, literally drawn out.]

  1. Long; extending to a great length; minute in narration or argument; applied only to discourses, speeches, and writings; as, a prolix oration; a prolix poem; a prolix sermon.
  2. Of long duration. [Not in use.]

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