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- pronunciation:
- pr
lawng
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pr
lang
part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
prolongs, prolonging, prolonged |
definition: |
to add length to or make last longer.
One way to prolong a pet's life is to feed it well.- synonyms:
- draw out, extend, lengthen
- antonyms:
- conclude, shorten
- similar words:
- drag out, maintain, spin out, stretch, sustain
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related words: |
continue, renew |
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derivations: |
prolonged (adj.), prolongation (n.) |
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