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spreader

The correct spelling is spreader.

How to pronounce spreader

/ˈspɹɛdɚ/
noun

IPA: /ˈspɹɛdɚ/

Say it like: Spr-eed-er

The correct spelling is spreader. An object or person who spreads. For example: "James put grass seed on the lawn with a seed spreader."

Usage Examples

James put grass seed on the lawn with a seed spreader.

Ellen used a spreader to butter her bagel.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.An object or person who spreads.
  2. 2.A spacer or device for keeping two objects apart.
  3. 3.A device used to spread bulk material.
  4. 4.A knife or spatula used to distribute a substance such as butter or jelly.
  5. 5.A horizontal athwartships spar attached to the mast of a sailboat in order to extend the shrouds away from the mast.

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