Meaning of the word outstretch in English

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

outstretch

US /ˌaʊtˈstrɛtʃ/
UK /ˌaʊtˈstrɛtʃ/

Verb

1.

to extend or stretch out (a limb or body part)

Example:
She began to outstretch her arms towards the sky.
He would often outstretch his hand to greet new people.
2.

to extend beyond a certain limit or area

Example:
The forest seemed to outstretch for miles in every direction.
The company's influence began to outstretch its national borders.
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