all-day

[ awl-dey ]

adjective

1. taking up, extending through, lasting for, or occurring continually during a day, especially the hours of daylight; daylong:

   an all-day tour of the city; an all-day lollipop.

Word History and Origins

Origin of all-day¹

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

“We’ve been asked to do these boutique festivals, and they’re not big, all-day things,” Sparks said.

From Los Angeles Times

Sir Keir did not meet the protesters, or refer to them in his speech, stressing that he would "defend our decisions in the Budget all-day long".

From BBC

At Jordan Kahn’s all-day cafe in the Hayden Tract neighborhood of Culver City, the strawberry French toast comes with a bowl of whipped crème fraîche surrounded by a perfect circle of sliced strawberries garnished with candied hibiscus.

From Los Angeles Times

On her days off, she explores new places and embarks on all-day adventures with her partner in crime and newly acquired fiancé.

From Los Angeles Times

Joby’s all-day public event at the Grove gave community members a chance to see the aircraft, sit inside and ask questions about the technology, he said.

From Los Angeles Times