lifespan vs lifetime

lifespan

noun
  • The length of time for which an organism lives. 

  • Some clams have lifespans far longer than those of human beings. 

  • The length of time for which something exists or is current or valid. 

lifetime

noun
  • The duration of the life of someone or something. 

  • A long period of time. 

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