A device or tool used to distribute or spread substances over a surface. noun
The gardener used a spreader to evenly distribute seeds across the lawn.
A fertilizer spreader can help ensure that nutrients are evenly applied to the soil.
A person or thing that spreads something, such as information, influence, or disease. noun
The rumor spreader was responsible for the misinformation circulating in the office.
During the flu season, it's important to avoid being a spreader of germs by washing your hands frequently.
A beam or bar used to maintain the distance between two objects or to distribute weight evenly. noun
The spreader bar helped stabilize the load being lifted by the crane.
In sailing, a spreader is used to keep the mast in position and distribute the forces acting on it.