Meaning of the word elongate in English

What does elongate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

elongate

US /ɪˈlɑːŋ.ɡeɪt/
UK /ɪˈlɑːŋ.ɡeɪt/

Verb

1.

to become or make something become longer, and often thinner:

Example:
The cells elongate as they take in water.

Adjective

1.

having a shape that is much longer than it is wide:

Example:
Acanthoclinus are elongate fishes.
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