Long chain ether compositions may comprise at least one long chain ether of general Formula I: wherein R1′ and R2′ are independently selected from C5-C21 linear or branched alkyl and C5-C21 linear or branched alkenyl, and R1′ and R2′ are the same or different, and R is selected from linear or branched alkyl having up to 52 carbon atoms and linear or branched alkenyl having up to 52 carbon atoms. In an embodiment, long chain ether compositions of matter such as those disclosed herein may find applications as lubricants.