Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
protract
verb
/prəˈtrækt/
Definition
To extend or prolong in time or space.
Examples
- She decided to protract the meeting to discuss all the agenda items thoroughly.
- The architect worked to protract the design process to ensure every detail was perfect.
- His illness was protracted, lasting much longer than the doctors initially expected.
Meaning
To draw out or lengthen something, often used in the context of time or physical objects.
Synonyms
- extend
- lengthen
- prolong
- draw out
