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1. imp. & p. p. of Spin. Source: opted

2. v. t. The space from the thumb to the end of the little finger when extended; nine inches; eighth of a fathom. Source: opted

3. v. t. Hence, a small space or a brief portion of time. Source: opted

4. v. t. The spread or extent of an arch between its abutments, or of a beam, girder, truss, roof, bridge, or the like, between its supports. Source: opted

5. v. t. A rope having its ends made fast so that a purchase can be hooked to the bight; also, a rope made fast in the center so that both ends can be used. Source: opted

6. v. t. A pair of horses or other animals driven together; usually, such a pair of horses when similar in color, form, and action. Source: opted

7. v. t. To measure by the span of the hand with the fingers extended, or with the fingers encompassing the object; as, to span a space or distance; to span a cylinder. Source: opted

8. v. t. To reach from one side of to the order; to stretch over as an arch. Source: opted

9. v. t. To fetter, as a horse; to hobble. Source: opted

10. v. i. To be matched, as horses. Source: opted

11. imp. of Spin Source: opted

12. n. the complete duration of something Source: wordnet

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