Elongate
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British pronunciation/ɪlˈɒŋɡe‍ɪt/
American pronunciation/ɪˈɫɔŋɡeɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "elongate"

to elongate
01

to stretch something in order to make it longer

Transitive: to elongate sth
to elongate definition and meaning
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The tailor elongated the curtains to better fit the high ceiling.
The construction project will elongate the bridge to accommodate increased traffic.
By the end of the renovation, the hallway will have been elongated to create a more spacious entrance.
elongate
01

characterized by being long and slender in shape or form

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The snake 's elongate body allowed it to slither easily through narrow spaces.
The sculpture featured an elongate figure that emphasized height and elegance.
02

(of a leaf shape) long and narrow

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Example
The tailor elongated the curtains to better fit the high ceiling.
The construction project will elongate the bridge to accommodate increased traffic.
By the end of the renovation, the hallway will have been elongated to create a more spacious entrance.
As the artist worked, he was elongating the lines to create a sense of movement in the painting.
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