noun
prolonging
Prolonging (noun) means the act of making something last longer. Example: “The prolonging of the negotiations frustrated both sides.”
noun
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The act of making something last longer.
"The prolonging of the negotiations frustrated both sides."
How to use prolonging
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMaking something go on for longer.
Word forms
prolongings plural
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What does “prolonging” mean?
The word “prolonging” means the act of making something last longer. In plain terms, making something go on for longer.
How do you use “prolonging” in a sentence?
Here is “prolonging” used in a sentence: “The prolonging of the negotiations frustrated both sides.”
What part of speech is “prolonging”?
“Prolonging” is a noun.
What is the meaning of prolonging?
"prolonging" (noun) means the act of making something last longer.