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    Allongés (en. Lying down)

    /a.lɔ̃.ʒe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Which has been prolonged, made longer.
    He had stretched arms that helped him swim.
    Il avait des bras allongés qui l'aidaient à nager.
    Refers to a type of memory or in-depth analysis.
    The extended report examines long-term implications.
    Le rapport allongé examine les implications à long terme.
    Describes something that is stretched or in an extended state.
    The cane is extended to reach the top of the tree.
    La canne est allongée pour atteindre le haut de l'arbre.

    Etymology

    Comes from the verb 'allonger' which means to extend in length.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be extended to
    To be engaged or involved in something long or complex.
    être étendu à
    an extended text
    A text that has been detailed or explained.
    un texte allongé
    stretched out on the beach
    To relax or rest in the sun.
    allongés sur la plage

    Related Words

    to lengthen
    Verb meaning to extend something in length.
    allonger
    long
    Adjective that designates something that has a great length.
    long
    to stretch
    Verb meaning to pull something to increase its length.
    étirer

    Slang Meanings

    Driven by an event or a situation that takes time.
    This project is so elongated, it's unbearable!
    Ce projet est tellement allongé, c'est insupportable !
    Refer to a long and boring discussion or speech.
    His presentation on economics was really long-winded.
    Son exposé sur l'économie était vraiment allongé.