spiderweb
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈspaɪdəˌwɛb/
KK: /ˈspaɪdərˌwɛb/
noun
Definition
A structure made of fine threads created by a spider, used to catch insects and as a place to rest.
Example
The garden was filled with beautiful spiderwebs glistening in the morning dew.
Conversation
Did you see that huge spiderweb in the corner of the garden?
Yeah, it's really intricate! I wonder how long it took to make.
I love how they look when the morning dew collects on them.
Me too! It's like nature's art, sparkling in the sunlight.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
web
net
mesh
Antonyms
solid
block
obstruction
verb
Definition
To connect or cover something in a way that resembles the delicate threads made by a spider.
Example
The artist decided to spiderweb the entire room with fine threads for the installation.
Tense Forms
Past: spiderwebbed
Past Participle: spiderwebbed
Conversation
Have you seen how the garden spiderweb is starting to grow over everything?
Yeah, it looks like nature is taking over!
It's kind of beautiful how it spiderwebs the whole area together.
Root Explanation
Spiderweb → The word is formed from "spider" (from Old English *spīthra*, meaning a spider) and "web" (from Old English *webb*, meaning a woven fabric or structure). A spiderweb refers to the woven structure created by a spider.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'spider' creating a 'woven fabric' — that's what a spiderweb is, a web made by a spider.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.