spread-eagle /(sprĕd"ē`g'l)/

spread·-ea·gle

spread-eagle

a.
  1. 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]

spread-eagle

v. i.
  1. To assume a spread-eagled position; -- it may be done reclining, for relaxation, or momentarily, as an exhibitionary maneuver in a sport.