span (Meaning)
span (n)
the complete duration of something
the distance or interval between two points
two items of the same kind
a unit of length based on the width of the expanded human hand (usually taken as 9 inches)
a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc.
the act of sitting or standing astride
span (v)
to cover or extend over an area or time period
Synonyms & Antonyms of span
span Sentence Examples
- The bridge spanned the river, connecting the two banks.
- The athlete's wingspan was impressive, allowing her to cover great distances.
- The temporal span of the project stretched over several years.
- The roof of the cathedral had a remarkable span, creating a vast and open space.
- The lifespan of some animals can span multiple decades.
- The attention span of young children is typically shorter than that of adults.
- The financial span of the company had grown significantly over the last quarter.
- The bridge's narrow span created a bottleneck during rush hour.
- The temporal span of the historical period covered by the book was extensive.
- The wingspan of an eagle can reach up to seven feet.
FAQs About the word span
the complete duration of something, the distance or interval between two points, two items of the same kind, a unit of length based on the width of the expanded
measure, scale, gauge, gage,weigh, assess, ascertain, figure,estimate, mark (off)
No antonyms found.
The bridge spanned the river, connecting the two banks.
The athlete's wingspan was impressive, allowing her to cover great distances.
The temporal span of the project stretched over several years.
The roof of the cathedral had a remarkable span, creating a vast and open space.
