SPREADEAGLE

spreadeagle, spread-eagle, rout

(verb) defeat disastrously

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Spread"-ea`gle, a.

Definition: Characterized by a pretentious, boastful, exaggerated style; defiantly or extravagantly bombastic; as, a spread-eagle orator; a spread-eagle speech. [Colloq.& Humorous]

Spread"-ea`gle v. i.

Definition: To assume a spread-eagled position; -- it may be done reclining, for relaxation, or momentarily, as an exhibitionary maneuver in a sport.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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