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spread eagle

spread ea·gle (plural spread ea·gles)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. symbolic image of eagle: the image of an eagle with its wings and legs outstretched, especially when used as an emblem of the United States. The spread eagle appears on the Great Seal of the United States.

2. skating figure: in ice skating, a figure performed with the blades touching heel to heel

3. posture with spread limbs: a way of standing or lying with arms and legs spread apart

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