spread something under someone or something

spread something under someone or something
spread something under someone or something
to extend or unfold something, such as a tarpaulin, beneath someone or something. •

Please spread some newspapers under Jimmy while he is working this clay.

Would you spread some newspapers under your work, please?


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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