Used to modify verbs/adjectives meaning ‘fully’, ‘to a great extent’, or ‘at a considerable distance from a target’.
Определения
To or over a great extent across; fully open or spread. She opened her eyes wide in surprise.
Across a large area or range; extensively. The news spread far and wide.
At a considerable distance from a target or mark (especially in sports). His shot went wide of the goal.
In cricket and some other sports, a delivery or shot that is outside the permissible or effective playing area.
Определения
In cricket, a ball judged to be out of a batsman’s reach, awarding an extra run to the batting side. The bowler was penalised for two wides in the over.