Manspread

//ˈmænˌspɹɛd// verb, slang

verb, slang ·Uncommon ·College level

Definitions

Verb
  1. 1
    To splay one's legs open whilst sitting on public transport, thus occupying more than one seat. derogatory, informal, usually

Synonyms

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mansplay

Etymology

Backformation of manspreading.

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