English to English
verb
- move outward
The soldiers fanned out.
source: WordNet 3.0
- set out or stretch in a line, succession, or series
The houses were strung out in a long row.
source: WordNet 3.0
- strew or distribute over an area
He spread fertilizer over the lawn.
Scatter cards across the table.
source: WordNet 3.0
- extend in one or more directions
The dough expands.
source: WordNet 3.0
- turn outward
These birds can splay out their toes.
Ballet dancers can rotate their legs out by 90 degrees.
source: WordNet 3.0
- move away from each other
The crowds dispersed.
The children scattered in all directions when the teacher approached.
source: WordNet 3.0
- spread out or open from a closed or folded state
Open the map.
Spread your arms.
source: WordNet 3.0
