Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
starfished
verb
/ˈstɑːrˌfɪʃt/
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Definition
The term ‘starfished’ refers to a position in which someone lies flat on their back or stomach, with their arms and legs spread out, resembling the shape of a starfish.
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Examples
- After a long day at the beach, he lay starfished on the sand, soaking up the sun.
- The children were starfished in the grass, enjoying the warmth of the day.
- She fell onto the bed, starfished and exhausted after her workout.
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Meaning
To be starfished is to spread your limbs wide, often seen in relaxation or play, mimicking the form of a starfish.
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Synonyms
- sprawled
- stretched
- spread-eagled