Spiderweb
/ˈspaɪ̯dɚwɛb/ noun, verb
noun, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 The net-like construct of a spider containing sticky strands to catch prey.
- 2 Something that resembles a spider's web in being mesh-like, entrapping, or fragile. figuratively
Verb
- 1 To connect or cover as if with spiderwebs. transitive
Synonyms
All synonymsExample
More examples"In the dark, Rodolfo jumped when his hand brushed against a spiderweb."
Etymology
From Middle English spiþere webb, equivalent to spider + web.