lengthen
1 of 1verb/ˈlɛŋθən/
Forms:lengthens,lengthening,lengthened,lengthened
1
to increase the length or duration of something
transitive- They lengthened the runway at the airport for larger planes.
- She lengthens her skirts by adding a contrasting border for a trendy look.
- The architect proposed to lengthen the hallway by extending it another ten feet.
- The tailor recommended lengthening the trousers to ensure they reached the proper hemline.
- To improve safety, the city council voted to lengthen the crosswalks at busy intersections.
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