prolongations
nounUK /ˌprəʊlɒŋˈɡeɪʃənz/
US /ˌproʊlɔːŋˈɡeɪʃənz/
Prolongations are times when something is made to last longer.
The prolongations of the meeting made everyone tired.
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2. The act of making something continue for a longer time than usual.
The prolongation of the holiday was a pleasant surprise.
3. A part that has been added to make something longer.
The prolongations on the table made it fit more people.
4. In music, notes that are held longer than their normal length.
The prolongations in the song gave it a slow, dreamy feel.