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spider-web

spider-web is the alternative form of spiderweb.

Meaning of spiderweb

Noun

spiderweb (plural spiderwebs)

  1. The net-like construct of a spider containing sticky strands to catch prey.
    Synonyms:
    cobweb, web
  2. (figuratively) Something that resembles a spider's web in being mesh-like, entrapping, or fragile.
    Synonyms:
    web

See all 3 meanings of spiderweb

Forms of spider-web

pluralspider-webs

Questions about spider-web

What is spider-web the alternative form of?
Spider-web is the alternative form of spiderweb.

Words near spider-web in the dictionary

  1. spider-panic
  2. spider-sense
  3. spider-senses
  4. spider-tailed horned viper
  5. spider-tailed horned vipers
  6. spider-web
  7. spider-webby
  8. spider-webs
  9. spiderdom
  10. spidered
  11. spideresque

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