elongate (adj.)

  1. (of a leaf shape) long and narrow

    [ Syn: linear ]

  2. having notably more length than width; being long and slender; an elongate tail tapering to a point; the old mans gaunt and elongated frame

    [ Syn: elongated ]

    elongate (v.)

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

    [ Syn: stretch ]

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