upstretch

/ˈʌpstriːtʃ/

Definitions

1. verb

to extend or stretch something upwards or in a particular direction.

“She upstretched the awning to provide more shade from the sun.”

2. noun

a stretch or extension upwards or in a particular direction.

“The upstretch of the roofline made the building look more impressive.”

Synonyms

  • extension
  • stretch

Antonyms

  • compression
  • retraction