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Outlive Definition & Meaning

outlive
verb
  1. live longer than; "She outlived her husband by many years"

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Frequently asked questions

What does outlive mean?
live longer than; "She outlived her husband by many years"
What part of speech is outlive?
Outlive is a verb.

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