elongation
Translation
elongation, extension, lengthening
Examples
The elongation of the rubber band was significant.
The elongation of the rubber band was significant.
Grammar Patterns
((elongation)) the action of elongating or the state of being elongated The elongation of the rubber band was significant.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lengthening, extension, stretching
Etymology
From Latin 'e-' (out) + 'longus' (long) + '-atio' (noun suffix). The noun form of the verb 'elongate'.
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of 'elongate'. It describes the process or result of making something longer.