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Definition span in British English

span verb

[transitive] verb
/spæn/
1

to last for a particular period of time, especially a long period

Example

His career spanned half a century.

Synonyms and related words
last extend go back
2

to include the whole of an area

Example

Our business spans the globe.

Synonyms and related words
occupy set exist
3

if a bridge spans an area of water, it crosses it

Example

Little grey bridges span the canals.

Synonyms and related words
cross cut across push
Example

a leisure business spanning hotels, restaurants, casinos, and pubs

Synonyms and related words
include take in involve
Definition span in British English