What does outspread mean?
Outspread means (ambitransitive) To spread out; expand; extend..
Outspread
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
(ambitransitive) To spread out; expand; extend..
Definitions by Sense
- (ambitransitive) To spread out; expand; extend.
- Extended outward, as one's arms.
Example Sentences
She longed to fall into his outspread arms once again.
Brutes […] / Ruminate heedleſs of the ſcene outſpread / Beneath, beyond, and ſtretching far away / From inland regions to the diſtant main.
Synonyms for outspread
Antonyms for outspread
Related Words
Word Forms
- outspreads
- outspreading
- outspread
- more outspread
- most outspread
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for outspread?
Common synonyms include extended, spread.
What is the opposite of outspread?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use outspread in a sentence?
She longed to fall into his outspread arms once again.
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