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    Allongée (en. Lying down)

    [a-lɔ̃ʒ-e]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Which is extended or elongated compared to its normal shape.
    She has an elongated silhouette that gives her elegance.
    Elle a une silhouette allongée qui lui donne élégance.
    Which has been prolonged in time.
    The meeting was extended by two additional hours.
    La réunion a été allongée de deux heures supplémentaires.
    Said of a wide and flat object.
    The elongated table can accommodate more guests.
    La table allongée peut accueillir davantage d'invités.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to elongate' which means to extend or prolong.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    an elongated time on the beach
    A moment of relaxation on the beach, lying down.
    une allongée sur la plage
    elongated in the sun
    Spending time lying down enjoying the sun.
    allongée au soleil
    a peaceful elongation
    A moment of calm, where one rests lying down.
    une allongée tranquille

    Related Words

    elongate
    To prolong something by making it longer.
    allonger
    long
    Which has an extended dimension in one direction.
    long
    wide
    Which has great width.
    large

    Slang Meanings

    Staying lying down doing nothing.
    Today, I plan to have an elongated day.
    Aujourd'hui, je prévois de faire une journée allongée.
    Extension of the duration of an activity.
    This day was elongated due to the delay.
    Cette journée a été allongée à cause du retard.