Definitions

1. noun

the act of extending or opening something out; a widening or extension of something

“The news of the sale quickly spread throughout the city.”

2. noun

a layer of something spread over a surface

“The spread of butter on the toast was uneven.”

3. noun

a meal or snack, especially a cold one

“The buffet was a spread of sandwiches, fruits, and cheeses.”

4. verb

to extend or open something out; to cause something to become wider or more widespread

“The new policy aims to spread awareness about climate change.”

5. verb

to put or lay something flat or smoothly over a surface

“Spread the cream cheese on the crackers.”

6. verb

to move or cause something to move in a spreading or flowing motion

“The crowd began to spread out as the concert started.”

7. verb

to put or lay out food, especially as a meal or snack

“She spread out the picnic on the blanket.”