Meaning of the word spider in English
What does spider mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
spider
US /ˈspaɪ.dɚ/
UK /ˈspaɪ.dɚ/
Noun
1.
an eight-legged predatory arachnid with an unsegmented body consisting of a prosoma and opisthosoma, and with chelicerae modified into fangs that inject venom. Spiders spin silk to make webs and cocoons.
Example:
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A large spider crawled across the ceiling.
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She screamed when she saw the hairy spider.
2.
a device with a number of radiating legs or parts, used to support or grip something
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The camera was mounted on a tripod with a flexible spider leg design.
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The mechanic used a spider wrench to remove the stubborn bolt.
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