noun
prolongation
Prolongation (noun) means the act of prolonging.
noun
1
The act of prolonging.
2
That which has been prolonged; an extension.
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Etymology
From Middle English prolongacioun, from Old French prolongation, from Late Latin prōlongātiō, from prōlongātus, perfect passive participle of Latin prōlongō, from prō + longus. By surface analysis, prolong + -ation.
Rhymes for prolongation
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
abortion
abrasion
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of prolongation?
"prolongation" (noun) means the act of prolonging.
What are the different meanings of prolongation?
"prolongation" has 2 main meanings: 1. The act of prolonging; 2. That which has been prolonged; an extension.