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Money spider

British pronunciation/mˈʌnɪ spˈaɪdə/
American pronunciation/mˈʌni spˈaɪdɚ/
Money spider
[NOUN]
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a black or brown arachnid of the Linyphiid family with a web that is like a sheet and is popularly believed to bring good luck with the money

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money spider definition and meaning

What is a "money spider"?

A money spider, also known as the common spider or the sheet weaver, refers to various small spider species belonging to the family Linyphiidae. These spiders are typically tiny, ranging in size from 1 to 5 millimeters, and are often associated with their habit of spinning intricate webs close to the ground. They are called "money spiders" due to the superstition that if one of these spiders lands on you, it brings good luck and wealth. Money spiders are harmless to humans and play a beneficial role in controlling insect populations. They are commonly found in gardens, forests, and other outdoor habitats, where they diligently weave their delicate webs to catch prey.

Examples
1Although many people refer to them as baby spiders, the spiders are actually just teeny tiny adults referred to as sheet-web weavers or money spiders.
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