Span Definition & Meaning
span
- noun
- the complete duration of something; "the job was finished in the span of an hour"
- the distance or interval between two points
- two items of the same kind
- a unit of length based on the width of the expanded human hand (usually taken as 9 inches)
- a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc.
- the act of sitting or standing astride
- verb
- to cover or extend over an area or time period; "Rivers traverse the valley floor", "The parking lot spans 3 acres"; "The novel spans three centuries"
"Span" in song lyrics
See how span is used in real songs:
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"In a three-second span"
Alias — Angel of Solitude -
"Pillow of Kush as if the Kush is my life span"
Army of the Pharaohs — Black Christmas -
"jeepers creepers with features that span"
Bliss N Eso — Vagina Ice
Words that rhyme with span
Usage tips for "span"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "span" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for span to find words that pair well.
Use "span" in a verse
Now that you know what "span" means, try using it in your own lyrics:
Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does span mean?
- the complete duration of something; "the job was finished in the span of an hour" the distance or interval between two points two items of the same kind a unit of length based on the width of the expanded human hand (usually taken as 9 inches) a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc. the act of sitting or standing astride to cover or extend over an area or time period
- What part of speech is span?
- Span is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does span have?
- Span has 7 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).