prorogate

verb

pro·ro·gate ˈprō-rə-ˌgāt

prorogated; prorogating

: prorogue

prorogation

ˌprō-rə-ˈgā-shən

noun

the conference was prorogated until the following morning

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of prorogate was in the 15th century

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Style

“Prorogate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prorogate. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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