Meaning & Definition of word "Prolong"
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Prolong
/prəˈlɔŋ/
verb:
- 1. to extend the duration of something beyond its original or usual length.
- Example: The meeting was prolonged by several hours due to the ongoing discussions.
- 2. to lengthen in time or space.
- Example: They decided to prolong their vacation by a few days.
- 3. to cause to continue for a longer time.
- Example: The doctor advised against taking medication that could prolong the recovery process.
Etymology
Middle English prolongen, from Latin prolongare 'to lengthen' (pro- 'forth' + longus 'long')
Common Phrases and Expressions
prolong the inevitable:
to delay something unpleasant that will eventually happen
prolong the time:
to increase the time taken for something
prolong the discussion:
to continue a conversation for a longer period than necessary
Related Words
extension:
the action of extending something.
duration:
the time during which something continues.
elongate:
to make something longer.
Slang Meanings of prolong
Meaning: to drag something out unnecessarily
Example Sentence: Stop prolonging the issue, just get to the point!
Meaning: to stall for time
Example Sentence: He was just prolonging the exam by asking irrelevant questions.