Spiderweb
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈspaɪ̯dəwɛb/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Spiderweb is a noun meaning The net-like construct of a spider containing sticky strands to catch prey.
Meaning
The net-like construct of a spider containing sticky strands to catch prey.
More Meanings
- (figurative) Something that resembles a spider's web in being mesh-like, entrapping, or fragile.
- (transitive) To connect or cover as if with spiderwebs.
Word Forms
- spiderwebs
- spider's web
- spider’s web
- spider web
- spider-web
- spiderwebbing
- spiderwebbed
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include spider-web, cobweb, spinneret, bolas, spinnerette, webber.
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