protraction

Definitions

The action of prolonging something or the state of being prolonged in duration.

The physical act of extending or thrusting a part of the body, such as the jaw or shoulder, outward or forward.

Examples

The protraction of the negotiations led to significant frustration among the stakeholders.

The physical therapist focused on the protraction of the shoulder blades to improve the patient's posture.

Synonyms

extension prolongation lengthening delay postponement continuation stretching

Antonyms

abbreviation shortening curtailment abridgment reduction acceleration hastening