Elongating

Pronunciation: /ɪˈlɔːŋɡeɪt/

Elongating (verb)

  1. to make something longer in size or shape.
  2. to stretch or extend something to a greater length.

Examples

  • They decided to elongate the meeting to cover all topics.
  • The tailor can elongate the dress if needed.

Common collocations: elongate a shadow, elongate a timeline, elongate muscles, elongate a limb, elongate shape

Elongating (adjective)

  1. having a long and narrow shape.

Examples

  • The snake had an elongate body that slithered smoothly.
  • The artist drew an elongate figure on the canvas.

Synonyms of Elongating

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Neutral

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Antonyms of Elongating

  • When discussing reducing length or duration.