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  2. /lengthen

lengthen

UK/'leŋθәn/US
TOEFLB2

Definitions

v.

To make or become longer.

加长;延长;变长

Root Breakdown

Native English
lengthother
+
ento put into, to cause
=lengthen

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The tailor will lengthen the trousers so they fit properly around your ankles.

  • 2.

    Days gradually lengthen after the winter solstice as spring approaches.

  • 3.

    The artist decided to lengthen the pause between musical phrases for effect.

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