elongate
UK/'i:lɒŋgeit/US
TOEFLGREC2
Definitions
v.
To make or become longer by stretching or extending.
延长，拉长，伸长
adj.
Lengthened; long and slender in form.
伸长的，细长的
Root Breakdown
Native Englisheout of, from
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longother
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ateto make, having
=elongate
Example Sentences
- 1.
The elastic band will elongate when you pull it with force.