Remains or stays somewhere longer than expected, or stays in the mind without fading away.
From Old English 'lengan' meaning to prolong, related to 'long.' The word suggests slow, prolonged presence.
Tastes and smells linger more than other sensations because they connect directly to memory centers in the brain—a lingering smell can trigger vivid memories instantly, which is why perfume companies know this secret.
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