Prolongation

Pronunciation: /ˈpɹəɫɔŋˈætˈaɪˌɑn/

Prolongation (noun)

  1. The act of making something last longer than usual.
  2. A medical condition where an illness, symptom, or treatment lasts longer than expected.
  3. An official extension of a period, such as a deadline or agreement term.

Examples

  • The meeting ended early, so there was no time extension.
  • They requested a time extension for the project deadline.