prolong

verbB2 · Upper-intermediate

To make something last longer.

Meaning of «prolong»

verb

to make something last longer

Regular exercise can prolong a healthy and active life.

Translation

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«prolong» in 17 languages

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The difference between similar words

to make something longer

extendmake longer or bigger by adding to itThey extended the road to the next town.

lengthenmake something longer in sizeWe need to lengthen the rope.

stretchmake longer or wider by pullingStretch the rubber band and let go.

prolongformalmake something last longer in timeMedicine can prolong a person's life.

Word family

prolong B2 · verbprolongation C1 · nounprolonged B2 · adjective

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