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Definition fan out in British English

fan out phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

if a group of people fan out, they move forwards and apart in a straight line

Example

Officers fanned out across the field to look for clues.

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2

to spread objects or parts out, often in the shape of a semi-circle

Example

Her long dark hair fanned out across the pillow.

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Definition fan out in British English