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Elongate

Definition:

verb (transitive) - to make or become longer, typically in a narrow or vertical direction.

adjective - having a relatively long and narrow shape or form.

Senses:

1. To extend the length of something physically.
2. To prolong or lengthen in time or duration.

Examples:

As a verb:

1. The yoga instructor advised her students to elongate their spines during the stretching exercise.
2. The tailor elongated the hem of my dress to make it floor-length.

As an adjective:

1. The snake's elongate body allowed it to fit through a narrow crack.
2. The elongate shape of the skyscraper stood out among the other buildings in the city skyline.

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