Definition of 'elongate'

Verb

1. make long or longer by pulling and stretching; "stretch the fabric"
      Synonyms: stretch

Adjective

1. of a leaf shape; long and narrow
      Synonyms: linear
2. having notably more length than width; being long and slender; "an elongate tail tapering to a point"; "the old man's gaunt and elongated frame"
      Synonyms: elongated

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