span

/spˈæn/

/ˈspæn/

[noun] [verb]

Span

[NOUN]

a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc.

synonyms : bridge

two items of the same kind

synonyms : brace

the complete duration of something

the distance or interval between two points

the act of sitting or standing astride

synonyms : straddle

the area between two supports of a bridge or arch

a unit of length based on the width of the expanded human hand (usually taken as 9 inches)

to span

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to cover or last the whole of a period of time

synonyms : cross

sweep

traverse

(of an arched roof, bridge, etc.) to reach from one side to another

Examples

1. The museum showcased artifacts from different civilizations spanning over a hundred years.

2. I got a promotion and got engaged in the span of a week!

3. The poet wrote, knowing that art is long and life is short, and hoping his verses would help him leave some small mark on the world beyond the span of his own life.

4. The powertrain lineup really spanned a pretty wide range of budgets and tastes and needs.

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