Elongate (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

(of a leaf shape) long and narrow.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The elongate leaves of the willow tree were a distinctive feature of its appearance.
• The botanical garden featured a variety of plants with elongate leaves in shades of green and purple.
• The elongate shape of the leaf allowed it to receive maximum sunlight and promote photosynthesis.
• The species of orchid was characterized by its elongate leaves and delicate white flowers.
• The elongate leaves of the eucalyptus tree were highly aromatic and often used in herbal remedies.

Synonyms

• Linear

Meaning ²

Having notably more length than width; being long and slender; "an elongate tail tapering to a point"; "the old man's gaunt and elongated frame".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The elongate shape of the skyscraper dominated the city skyline.
• Her elongate fingers moved deftly over the piano keys as she played the concerto.
• The artist's use of elongate brushstrokes created a sense of movement in the painting.
• The elongate body of the snake slithered silently through the grass.
• The elongate petals of the flower drooped elegantly from the stem.

Synonyms

• Elongated