cobweb

English

/ˈkɒbwɛb/

noun
Definitions
  • A spiderweb, or the remains of one, especially an asymmetrical one that is woven with an irregular pattern of threads.
  • One of its filaments; gossamer
  • (figurative) Something thin and unsubstantial, or flimsy and worthless; valueless remainder.
  • An intricate plot to catch the unwary
  • (internet slang) A web page that either has not been updated for a long time, or that is rarely visited
  • The European spotted flycatcher, Muscicapa striata.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English copweb compound from English cop (spider, capture, take, crown, seize, head) + English web.

Origin

English

web

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