spread

Definition

  • verb: to open, arrange, or place (something) over a large area
  • verb: to open or expand over a larger area
  • often + 'of'
  • synonyms: scatter, dispense, distribute

Examples

  • If your garden is overflowing, be a good neighbor and 'spread the wealth'. [=give some of what is growing in your garden to neighbors]

  • He's known as a comic actor, but he's 'spreading his wings' and trying a serious role in his new movie.

  • The plant will 'spread'. [=the plant will produce more plants in the area around it]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Queen Lagertha, and the sons of Ragnar Lothbrok. Ragnar and I were simple farmers. I had no idea our fame had spread so far. Are you joking? It is almost tiresome to hear the poets talk of all your exploits. I'm sorry it was tiresome. Perhaps we should have done (..)
    2017 TvShow: Vikings Title: The Great Army Season: 4 Episode 17