Spread
/spษนษd/
The meaning and definition of Spread, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
verb
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To stretch out, open out (a material etc.) so that it more fully covers a given area of space.
โHe spread his newspaper on the table.โ
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To extend (individual rays, limbs etc.); to stretch out in varying or opposing directions.
โI spread my arms wide and welcomed him home.โ
noun
- Something that has been spread.
- A layout, pattern or design of cards arranged for a reading.
Definitions from the Free Dictionary API
Synonyms
circulate diffuse disseminate propagate put about straddle
Origin
From Middle English spreden, from Old English sprรฆdan.
Source: Etymological Wordnet (CC BY-SA 3.0)
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