意味(日本語)

まっさかさま ◇L.longus(＝long)

語源

• long- : L.longus = long(長い)

意味(英語)

• (adverb) With the head leading; headfirst: The runner slid headlong into third base.
• (adverb) In an impetuous manner; rashly.
• (adverb) At breakneck speed or with uncontrolled force.
• (adjective) Done with the head leading; headfirst: a headlong dive.
• (adjective) Impetuous; rash. See Synonyms at impetuous.

例文

• Wild-dog sprang back and whirled away in headlong flight for a score of yards before he learned that he was not pursued.