to make (something) longer (in space or time)

make larger, longer

incorporated

hamper

a person convicted for a crime

move slowly; delay

to block up (a road, view etc); to make (the progress etc of something) difficult

prevent, restrict

to avoid starting an activity without any reason

delay, put off doing

to make (an activity) longer

extend, draw out

to avoid giving (a person) a clear answer to a question, making a decision (in order to get more time); (of a car engine) to stop because of insufficient power or speed; a compartment for one animal in a stable or cattle shed

delay for own purposes