Elongate (verb)

  1. To make longer, to extend in length.
  2. To stretch out, to draw out.
  3. 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:

  1. The engineers had to elongate the bridge to reach the other side of the river.
  2. Elongating the legs can help relieve stiffness and increase mobility.
  3. The manager elongated the deadline, giving the team more time to complete the project.
  4. The stretching exercises are designed to elongate the muscles and improve flexibility.
  5. She elongated her neck to get a better view of the stage.
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