elongated

UK: ˈiːlɒŋɡeɪtɪd | US: ɪˈlɔːŋɡeɪtɪd

Definition

  1. adj. stretched or extended in length

  2. vt. to make something longer or more stretched

Structure
e <out>long <long>ate <verb suffix>ed <past participle>
Etymology

The word "elongated" originates from Latin, combining "e-" (a variant of "ex-," meaning "out") and "longus" (meaning "long"). The suffix "-ate" turns it into a verb, and "-ed" forms the past participle. The term evolved through Middle French "elonger" before entering English, retaining its core meaning of extending length.

Examples

  1. The artist elongated the figure in the painting to create a dramatic effect.

  2. The warm weather elongated the growing season for crops.

  3. Her shadow appeared elongated as the sun set.

  4. The rubber band can be elongated to twice its original length.

  5. The elongated process caused delays in the project.