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Definition: Meaning of, spreading in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈsprɛdɪŋ /

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spreading spreadings
  1. process or result of distributing or extending over a wide expanse of space
    SYNONYM
    spread
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  2. the opening of a subject to widespread discussion and debate
    SYNONYM
    dissemination, airing, public exposure
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  3. act of extending over a wider scope or expanse of space or time
    SYNONYM
    spread
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spreading used in phrases

  • spreading bellflower (noun)
    1. european perennial bellflower that grows in clumps with spreading stems and blue or white flowers
  • spreading dogbane (noun)
    1. north American perennial having pinkish flowers in loose cymes; used in folk medicine for pain or inflammation in joints
  • spreading factor (noun)
    1. trade name Hyazyme an enzyme that splits hyaluronic acid and so lowers its viscosity and increases the permeability of connective tissue and the absorption of fluids
  • spreading fleabane (noun)
    1. well-branched plant with hairy leaves and stems each with a solitary flower head with narrow white, pink or lavender rays; western North America
  • spreading pogonia (noun)
    1. orchid of northeastern United States with magenta-pink flowers having funnel-shaped lip; sometimes placed in genus Pogonia
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