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Meaning of elongated
The primary meaning of the word "elongated" is having a length that is greater than the usual or expected size.
Etymology of elongated
The word "elongated" comes from the Latin words "e" meaning "out" and "longus" meaning "long", with the suffix "-ated" added to form the past participle of the verb "elongate"
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe something that has been made longer or more prolonged
Synonyms
prolonged
extended
lengthened
stretched
expanded
enlarged
broadened
widened
increased
augmented
amplified
intensified
heightened
elevated
raised
inflated
swollen
bloated
distended
prolonged
protracted
dragged out
drawn out
spun out
strung out
stretched out
extended
lengthy
long
lengthy
prolonged
protracted
Definitions
- Made longer or more prolonged in duration or extent
- * Having a length that is greater than the usual or expected size
- * Extended or prolonged in time
Usage Examples
- The elongated shape of the room made it perfect for a dance studio
- * The company has elongated its production schedule to meet the high demand
- * The elongated neck of the giraffe allows it to reach leaves on tall trees
Antonyms
shortened
reduced
decreased
diminished
lessened
lowered
contracted
condensed
compressed
compacted
condensed
abridged
curtailed
truncated
cut
cutback
cutdown
miniaturized
minimized