prorogate

verb

pro·ro·gate ˈprō-rə-ˌgāt

prorogated; prorogating

Synonyms of prorogate next

next

transitive verb

: prorogue

prorogation

ˌprō-rə-ˈgā-shən

noun

Examples of prorogate in a Sentence

the conference was prorogated until the following morning

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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“Prorogate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prorogate. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.

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