Protract Definition

protract
verb
  1. lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer; "We prolonged our stay"; "She extended her visit by another day"; "The meeting was drawn out until midnight"

"Protract" in song lyrics

See how protract is used in real songs:

  • "tenaculum protract"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "protract"

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