Meaning of the word splay in English

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

splay

US /spleɪ/
UK /spleɪ/
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Verb

1.

spread out wide apart

Example:
The cat's paws splayed out as it landed.
His fingers splayed across the keyboard.
2.

construct with a splay

Example:
The architect decided to splay the window opening to allow more light.
The walls were splayed outwards at the base.

Noun

1.

a splayed part or thing

Example:
The old chair had a wide splay at its legs.
The arch had a distinct splay at its base.

Adjective

1.

spread out or apart

Example:
His legs were splay as he sat on the floor.
The tree's branches were splay and wide.
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