Outspread (verb)

To spread out or open something so that it covers a larger area.

Origin:

Early 17th century, from out- + spread.

Examples:

  1. The bird outspread its wings and took off.
  2. The tablecloth was outspread on the table.
  3. The flowers outspread their petals to soak up the sun.
  4. The map was outspread on the desk for easier viewing.
  5. The plant outspread its leaves in the sunlight.
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