astride

• Adverb, das bedeutet „mit einem Bein auf jeder Seite von etwas“ oder „im Sitzen rittlings auf etwas“. Es kann auch übertragen verwendet werden, um „übergreifend“ oder „sich über etwas erstreckend“ auszudrücken.

An adverb meaning "with one leg on each side of something" or "in a straddling position." It can also be used figuratively to mean "spanning across" or "extending over" something.

1. With one leg on each sideB2formal

   Positioned with a leg on either side of something, such as a horse, chair, or object.

   Rittlings

   • He sat astride the horse with confidence.
   • She perched astride the fence, watching the game.
   • The rider sat astride the motorcycle, ready to go.

   Synonymeastraddle

2. With legs stretched far apartB2formal

   Standing or sitting with the legs widely separated.

   Mit weit gespreizten Beinen

   • He stood astride the narrow path, blocking the way.
   • The gymnast landed astride the balance beam.
   • She sat astride the bench, stretching her legs.

   Synonymeastraddle