Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sprawl
verb
/sprɔːl/
Definition
To spread out or extend in a disorderly way.
Examples
- The city began to sprawl beyond its original boundaries, covering the landscape with new developments.
- The cat sprawled across the couch, taking up more space than it needed.
- As the population grew, urban sprawl became a major issue for city planners.
Meaning
Sprawl refers to the way something can spread out over a large area in an uncontrolled or untidy manner.
Synonyms
- stretch
- spread
- extend
- disperse
