Elongate
(verb)
- To make longer, to extend in length.
- To stretch out, to draw out.
- To elongate one's body, as in a yoga pose.
Origin:
From latin elongatus, past participle of elongare ("to lengthen, extend"), from ex- ("out") + longus ("long").
Examples:
- The engineers had to elongate the bridge to reach the other side of the river.
- Elongating the legs can help relieve stiffness and increase mobility.
- The manager elongated the deadline, giving the team more time to complete the project.
- The stretching exercises are designed to elongate the muscles and improve flexibility.
- She elongated her neck to get a better view of the stage.