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spread
/spɹɛd/
noun
The act of spreading.
Something that has been spread.
A layout, pattern or design of cards arranged for a reading.
verb
To stretch out, open out (a material etc.) so that it more fully covers a given area of space.
"He spread his newspaper on the table."
To extend (individual rays, limbs etc.); to stretch out in varying or opposing directions.
"I spread my arms wide and welcomed him home."
To disperse, to scatter or distribute over a given area.
"I spread the rice grains evenly over the floor."
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