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Meaning of spanning
The primary meaning of the word "spanning" is to extend or stretch across something.
Etymology of spanning
The word "spanning" originates from the Old English word "spannan," which means to stretch or extend
It is related to the Old Norse word "spenna," which means to stretch or pull
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of extending or stretching across something
Synonyms
covering
crossing
extending
reaching
stretching
encompassing
bridging
connecting
linking
joining
uniting
merging
combining
overlapping
straddling
traversing
crossing
passing
going
ranging
sweeping
embracing
comprehending
including
containing
holding
enclosing
surrounding
encircling
spanning
covering
overlaying
surmounting
Definitions
- Extending or stretching across something, typically in a straight line
- * Covering or including a particular period of time or range of things
- * Connecting or linking two or more things
Usage Examples
- The bridge is spanning the river, connecting the two cities
- * The company's operations are spanning multiple countries, with offices in Europe, Asia, and America
- * The research project is spanning several years, with a team of scientists working on it continuously
Antonyms
dividing
separating
disconnecting
isolating
detaching
severing
splitting
parting
dividing
fragmenting
breaking
shattering
crumbling
collapsing
failing
foundering
sinking
falling
declining
decreasing
reducing
narrowing
constricting
tightening
limiting
restricting