outspread

verb

out·​spread ˌau̇t-ˈspred How to pronounce outspread (audio)
outspread; outspreading

transitive verb

: to spread out

Examples of outspread in a Sentence

when it outspread its wings, a pteranodon would have had a wingspan in excess of 20 feet

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of outspread was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Outspread.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outspread. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

outspread

verb
out·​spread -ˈspred How to pronounce outspread (audio)
outspread; outspreading
: to spread out : extend
outspread
ˈau̇t-ˌspred
adjective
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