stretch out

/strɛtʃ aʊt/

/strɛtʃ aʊt/

Other forms: stretched out; stretching out; stretches out

Definitions of stretch out

1. verb

   extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length
   synonyms: extend, stretch, unfold

   extend

   open or straighten out; unbend

   type of:

   change form, change shape, deform

   assume a different shape or form
2. verb

   thrust or extend out
   synonyms: exsert, extend, hold out, put out, stretch forth

   types:

   hyperextend

   extend a joint beyond its normal range

   type of:

   gesticulate, gesture, motion

   show, express, or direct through movement
3. verb

   extend one's body or limbs
   synonyms: stretch

   type of:

   move

   move so as to change position, perform a nontranslational motion
4. verb

   stretch (the neck) so as to see better
   synonyms: crane

   type of:

   extend, stretch

   extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body
5. verb

   lie down comfortably
   synonyms: stretch

   type of:

   lie, lie down

   assume a reclining position