prolongation Meaning, Definition & Usage

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

WordNet

Pro`lon*ga"tion noun
Etymology
F. prolongation.
Definitions
  1. The act of lengthening in space or in time; extension; protraction. Bacon.
  2. That which forms an additional length.

Webster 1913