Definition

1. Noun:
   • A spider's web, especially an old or dusty one: A structure of fine, sticky threads spun by a spider to catch prey, often found in corners of unused rooms.
   • A single thread from a spider's web: A delicate filament spun by a spider.
   • Something very flimsy, delicate, or intricate: Something that resembles a spider's web in its fineness or complexity.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The old attic was full of cobwebs hanging from the beams.
  • A single cobweb stretched across the doorway, glistening with dew.
  • The argument was a cobweb of lies and half-truths.

Advanced Usage

• "Blow away the cobwebs": To refresh one's mind or energy, often by getting fresh air or exercise.
  • A brisk walk will help blow away the cobwebs.
• "Cobwebs of the mind": Refers to confused, old, or forgotten thoughts.
  • The morning coffee helped clear the cobwebs from his mind.

Variants and Related Words

• Cobwebby (adjective): Covered with or resembling cobwebs.
  • The cobwebby corner had not been cleaned in years.

Synonyms

• Spiderweb: The web spun by a spider.
• Gossamer: A fine, filmy substance, often resembling cobwebs.

Related Phrases

• "To have a cobweb in the throat": An informal expression meaning to have a dry or hoarse throat.
  • I need some water; I have a cobweb in my throat.

Noun

1. a dense elaborate spider web that is more efficient than the orb web
2. filaments from a web that was spun by a spider
3. a fabric so delicate and transparent as to resemble a web of a spider