elongate

🇬🇧 UK/'i:lɒŋgeit/🇺🇸 US
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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 English
eout 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.

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