Meaning of the word span in English

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

span

US /spæn/

UK /spæn/

the full extent of something from end to end; the amount of space that something covers

Example:

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The bridge has a span of 200 meters.

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The average human life span is increasing.

Synonym:

extent length reach stretch duration

to extend across (a distance, area, or time)

Example:

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The new bridge will span the river.

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His career spanned over three decades.

Synonym:

bridge cross extend cover last

Related Word:

attention span