What is the meaning of fanned?

verb

  • Strike out (a batter), (of a pitcher.
  • Make (an emotion) fiercer.
    • usage: "fan hatred"
  • Agitate the air.
  • Separate the chaff from by using air currents.
    • usage: "She stood there winnowing chaff all day in the field"

adjective

  • Especially spread in a fan shape.
    • usage: "the peacock's fanned tail"; "the spread-out cards"
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