Meaning of the word "be spread out" in English

What does "be spread out" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

be spread out

US /biː spred aʊt/
UK /biː spred aʊt/
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Idiom

to cover a large area or to be distributed over a wide space

Example:
The small villages are spread out across the valley.
The search party was spread out to cover more ground.