prolonger — meaning in English

English meaning

• extend verb To make something longer, larger, or last for more time.
• prolong verb To make something last longer than it otherwise would.
• protract verb To draw out; to extend, especially in duration.

Senses

prolonger is used for these senses in English:

• draw out To make (something) last for more time than is necessary; to prolong; to extend.
• extend (transitive) To cause to last for a longer period of time.
• protract To draw out; to extend, especially in duration.

extend — full definition

1. verb To make something longer, larger, or last for more time.
2. verb To stretch out a limb or part of the body.
3. verb To offer or give something, such as an invitation or thanks.

prolong — full definition

1. verb To make something last longer than it otherwise would.
2. verb To put something off until a later time; to delay.

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