Protraction Definition

protraction
noun
  1. the consequence of being lengthened in duration
  2. the act of prolonging something; "there was an indefinite prolongation of the peace talks"

"Protraction" in song lyrics

See how protraction is used in real songs:

  • "tenaculum protraction"
    AOL — AOL

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