prolong
verb/pɾuluˈɡaɾ/medium
pro·lon·gar
Definition
To make something last longer; to extend in time or space.
They decided to prolong the meeting due to the unresolved issues.
The treatment aims to prolong the patient's life.
Common collocations
prolong the life ofprolong the discussionprolong the deadline
Etymology
Do latim 'prolongare' (estender para a frente).