Spread-eagle
Pronunciation : Spread"-ea`gle
Part of Speech : a.
Definition : Defn: Characterized by a pretentious, boastful, exaggerated style; defiantly or extravagantly bombastic; as, a spread-eagle orator; a spread-eagle speech. [Colloq.& Humorous]
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
Pronunciation : Spread"-ea`gle v. i.
Definition : Defn: To assume a spread-eagled position; -- it may be done reclining, for relaxation, or momentarily, as an exhibitionary maneuver in a sport.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913