meaning of span
1. imp. & p. p. of Spin.
2. The space from the thumb to the end of the little finger when extended; nine inches; eighth of a fathom.
3. Hence, a small space or a brief portion of time.
4. The spread or extent of an arch between its abutments, or of a beam, girder, truss, roof, bridge, or the like, between its supports.
5. A rope having its ends made fast so that a purchase can be hooked to the bight; also, a rope made fast in the center so that both ends can be used.
6. A pair of horses or other animals driven together; usually, such a pair of horses when similar in color, form, and action.
7. To measure by the span of the hand with the fingers extended, or with the fingers encompassing the object; as, to span a space or distance; to span a cylinder.
8. To reach from one side of to the order; to stretch over as an arch.
9. To fetter, as a horse; to hobble.
10. To be matched, as horses.
11. of Spin
12. the act of sitting or standing astride
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