Meaning of the word harvestman in English

What does harvestman mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

harvestman

US /ˈhɑːr.vɪst.mən/
UK /ˈhɑːvɪstmən/
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Noun

a nocturnal arachnid of the order Opiliones, resembling a spider but having a small, rounded body and extremely long, thin legs.

Example:
The harvestman scurried across the patio.
Unlike spiders, harvestmen do not produce silk or venom.