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Word: Web
Speech Type: Noun
Old English web(b) ‘woven fabric’, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch web, also to weave. Early use of the verb was in the sense ‘weave fabric on a loom’
wɛb
a network of fine threads constructed by a spider from fluid secreted by its spinnerets, used to catch its prey.
Short Definition:network of fine threads constructed by spider from fluid secreted by its spinnerets
a complex system of interconnected elements
Short Definition:complex system of interconnected elements
Examples:- he found himself caught up in a web of bureaucracy
a membrane between the toes of a swimming bird or other aquatic animal.
Short Definition:membrane between toes of swimming bird or other aquatic animal
a roll of paper used in a continuous printing process.
Short Definition:roll of paper used in continuous printing process
a piece of woven fabric.
Short Definition:piece of woven fabric
Word: Web
Speech Type: Verb
wɛb
cover with or as though with a web
Short Definition:cover with or as though with web
Examples:- she noticed his tanned skin, webbed with fine creases
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