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astride

/əˈstraɪd/

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adverb

/əˈstraɪd/C1formal
  • ruНаречие, означающее «с одной ногой по обе стороны от чего-либо» или «в положении сидя верхом». Также может использоваться в переносном смысле для обозначения «охватывающий» или «простирающийся над» чем-либо.

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.

    ruВерхом

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

    Synonymsastraddle

  2. With legs stretched far apartB2formal

    Standing or sitting with the legs widely separated.

    ruС широко расставленными ногами

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

    Synonymsastraddle

Forms
  • more astride comparative form
  • most astride superlative form
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