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Definition of outspread

outspread

/ˌaʊtˈsprɛd/
out · spread
Plural:outspreads
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Past Simple:outspread
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Past Participle:outspread
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Present Participle:outspreading
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outspread Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Fully extended, opened out, or stretched wide (especially of wings, arms, or fingers).

Example

"The golden eagle glided effortlessly across the canyon on its vast, outspread wings."

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• verb

1

To spread out, extend, or expand over a wide area.

Example

"The ancient oak tree began to outspread its heavy branches over the shaded courtyard."

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• noun

1

An act or instance of spreading out, or an extended expanse.

Example

"From the mountain summit, the hikers admired the vast outspread of the valley below."

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• Rhymes for outspread

• Nearby Words

outspoken
outspokenly
outspokenness
outspread
outstanding
outstandingly
outstare

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English around the 14th century as a compound of 'out-' and 'spread' (from Old English 'sprædan', meaning to stretch out or expand).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Outspread. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/outspread
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