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Sprawled Meaning in English

word · lemma: sprawl

ˈspɹɔɫd
SPRAWLD
spɹˈɔːld
SPRAWLD

释义

Lying, sitting, or spread out with arms and legs stretched in a relaxed or careless way, or spread over a large area.

用法与细微差别

Often used to describe people or animals lying with limbs spread out, usually in a relaxed, tired, or careless way ('sprawled on the couch'). Also used for things spread over an area ('sprawled city'). More informal; not used for sitting or lying neatly.

例句

He was sprawled on the floor, reading a comic book.

basic

A cat was sprawled across the sunny windowsill.

basic

Children were sprawled everywhere after the party.

basic

He came home tired and sprawled on the couch without a word.

natural

Maps and papers were sprawled all over his desk.

natural

The city was sprawled along the river, stretching for miles.

natural