prolong

/pɹoʊˈlɑŋ/ · verb

Meaning

To extend in space or length.
To lengthen in time; to extend the duration of
To put off to a distant time; to postpone.
To become longer; lengthen.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

protract(English)draw out(English)extend(English)keep up(English)sustain(English)lengthen(English)stretch(English)expand(English)prolongation(English)deliberations(English)consult(English)interval(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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