Elongate
Definition
To make something become longer in space or time, through stretching, pulling, or developing; to increase the longitudinal dimension of an object. In its second main sense, it means to drive away, expel, or forcefully remove a person, an animal, or a thought from a certain place or community.
Bilingual Equivalents
- Elongate
- Drive away
Grammatical & Source Details
| Inflection Type | Fourth conjugation verb, standard inflection with dynamic aspectual suffixes. |
| Formation | Derived morphologically with the prefix 'a-' applied to the structural root for intensifying action. |
| Spelling / Pronunciation | [a.lun.ˈd͡ʒi] |
| Source | Grammar and Morphological Guide of Modern Romanian Verbs |
Contextual Usage Examples
RO: Croitorul a decis să alungească mânecile hainei pentru a se potrivi perfect dimensiunilor noului client.
EN: The tailor decided to lengthen the sleeves of the coat to perfectly fit the dimensions of the new client.
RO: Fermierul a folosit un câine de pază dresat pentru a alungi lupii care se apropiau periculos de grajduri.
EN: The farmer used a trained guard dog to drive away the wolves that were approaching dangerously close to the stables.
RO: Încerc să-mi alung toate gândurile negative citind o carte captivantă înainte de a adormi.
EN: I try to drive away all my negative thoughts by reading an engaging book before falling asleep.
Idioms & Phrases
A alungi pasul / To lengthen one's stride
RO: A merge mult mai repede, mărind distanța dintre pași pentru a ajunge rapid la o destinație.
EN: To walk much faster, increasing the distance between steps in order to quickly reach a destination.
A alungi vorba / To spin out words
RO: A prelungi inutil o discuție sau o expunere fără a aduce argumente ori informații noi.
EN: To unnecessarily prolong a discussion or presentation without bringing new arguments or information.
A alungi gândurile / To clear one's mind
RO: A elimina stările de anxietate sau ideile parazitare pentru a obține o stare de liniște mentală.
EN: To eliminate states of anxiety or parasitic ideas in order to achieve a state of mental peace.
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