Prolong
(verb)
To make something last longer or to extend the duration of something.
Origin:
Derived from the latin word "prolongare" meaning "to lengthen", to prolong is to make something last longer or to extend the duration of something.
Examples:
- The company"s new strategy will prolong the product"s lifespan.
- The government decided to prolong the state of emergency for another month.
- The medication will prolong the patient's life by reducing symptoms.
- The new technology will prolong the battery life of the device.
- She prolonged her stay in the country to continue her research.