1. The quality or state of being long-headed; the condition of having an elongated skull or head shape.
Usage: anthropological or medical term; also called dolichocephaly
2. Foresight, prudence, or shrewd judgment; the quality of thinking ahead or planning wisely.
Usage: rare or archaic; figurative use

Examples

• The anthropologist studied longheadedness in ancient populations.
• Skeletal remains showed evidence of longheadedness in the prehistoric community.
• His longheadedness in business decisions helped the company avoid financial ruin.
• The leader's longheadedness allowed her to anticipate market trends years in advance.
• Medical records documented the patient's longheadedness as a natural variation.
• Success in diplomacy often requires longheadedness and careful planning.