Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cobwebs
noun
/ˈkɒb.wɛbz/
Definition
Fine, tangled threads spun by spiders, typically found in old or neglected places.
Examples
- The attic was filled with dusty cobwebs, suggesting it hadn’t been touched in years.
- She carefully brushed away the cobwebs from the corners of the room before the guests arrived.
- As autumn approached, cobwebs began to appear in the garden, glistening with morning dew.
Meaning
Cobwebs refer to the filamentous structures created by spiders, often indicating an area that has not been cleaned or used for some time.
Synonyms
- spider silk
- web
- filaments
