Definition

A type of rope that has a hook and a toggle, often used for dragging or securing objects like a gun carriage.

Example

The soldiers used a prolonge to secure the artillery to the wagon.

Conversation

Have you seen that old prolonge they use for the parade?

Yeah, I saw it last week; it's pretty impressive!

I wonder how they keep it in such good condition after all these years.

It must be all the care they put into maintaining that prolonge.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Prolonge → It is formed from "pro-" (meaning forward) and "longus" (meaning long). The word "prolonge" means to extend or make something longer in a forward direction.

Memory Tip

Think of extending something 'forward' ('pro-') to make it 'longer' ('longus'). This helps you remember that 'prolonge' means to make something longer.

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