gossamer

/ɡˈɒsəmɐ/

/ˈɡɑsəmɝ/

[adjective] [noun]

gossamer

[ADJECTIVE]

so thin as to transmit light

synonyms : cobwebby

characterized by unusual lightness and delicacy

synonyms : ethereal

Gossamer

[NOUN]

the fine, delicate strands of silk that form a spider's web, known for their ethereal and wispy nature

synonyms : cobweb

What is "gossamer"?

Gossamer refers to the delicate, ethereal filaments that form a web spun by a spider, characterized by their fine and lightweight nature, often shimmering in the sunlight and appearing as intricate and intricate threads that float in the air. These gossamer strands, meticulously crafted by spiders, serve various purposes such as trapping prey or providing a means of transportation for the spiders themselves.

a gauze fabric with an extremely fine texture

Examples

1. But it's gossamer so big

2. Even though this was the resources of the movie and of George Lucas stretched gossamer thin, you know, very cheap set, no dialogue, $50,000.

3. Into this gossamer web of intersectional connections comes, well to put it bluntly, rare Pepes.

4. In a similar way, the moons Thebe and Amalthea probably produce the two distinct components of the dusty gossamer ring.

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