spread-eagle \spread"-ea`gle\ v. i.
   To assume a spread-eagled position; -- it may be done
   reclining, for relaxation, or momentarily, as an
   exhibitionary maneuver in a sport.
   [PJC]

spread-eagle \spread"-ea`gle\ (spr[e^]d"[=e]`g'l), a.
   Characterized by a pretentious, boastful, exaggerated style;
   defiantly or extravagantly bombastic, especially regarding of
   the greatness of the U. S.; as, a spread-eagle orator; a
   spread-eagle speech. [Colloq. & Humorous] --[MW10]
   [1913 Webster +PJC]