🖐️ OUTSPREAD: When arms just need some space
Published: Sun, 06/18/23
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outspread
outspread might not be a word you use every day, but it's definitely worth knowing!
ℹ️ Part of speech
outspread is an ADJECTIVE.
🗣️ Pronunciation
outspread is pronounced /ˈaʊt.ˌsprɛd/ or OUT-spred.
📚️ Definition
outspread means extended, stretched, or spread out, usually referring to body parts such as arms or legs.
📰 Examples
Here are some examples of outspread in usage:
- The dancer leaped gracefully with her arms outspread, creating a beautiful image on stage.
- The child ran through the meadow with outspread arms, pretending to be an airplane.
- The rescue worker reached out with outspread arms to catch the falling kitten.
🧠 Quick vocab quiz
Test yourself!
outspread most nearly means
(A) lopsided(B) extended
(C) compressed
(D) asymmetrical
Scroll down for the answer/s.
💁🏼 Tips!
outspread is similar to spread out, though the latter tends to refer to items arranged over a large area.
✅ Quiz answer/s
Answers:
- B, extended.
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