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alongar — meaning in English

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English meaning

elongate adj Long and thin in shape, especially in biology.
lengthen verb To make something longer, or to become longer.
rack noun A framework or set of shelves, bars, or hooks used for holding, storing, or displaying things.

Senses

alongar is used for these senses in English:

elongate To make (something) long or longer, for example, by pulling or stretching; to make (something) elongated; to extend, to lengthen.
lengthen (transitive) To make longer, to extend the length of.
rack (slang) To shoplift (especially in a megastore), often by taking off of a rack.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Portuguese words

delgado elongar encompridar acompridar estante armário compartimentos cavalete ecúleo prateleira estirar