prolongation meaning and definition

PROLONGATION noun

Definition of prolongation (noun)

1. the act of prolonging something
   • "there was an indefinite prolongation of the peace talks"
   • synonyms: lengthening, perpetuation, protraction
2. amount or degree or range to which something extends
   • "the wire has an extension of 50 feet"
   • synonyms: extension, lengthiness
3. the consequence of being lengthened in duration
   • synonyms: continuation, lengthiness, protraction