1. Process or result of distributing or extending over a wide expanse of space; SYN. spreading.
2. Act of extending over a wider scope or expanse of space or time; SYN. spreading.
3. Two facing pages of a book or other publication; SYN. spreadhead, facing pages.
4. A tasty mixture to be spread on bread or crackers; SYN. paste.
Linear distance between the extremities of an airfoil; SYN. wingspread.