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UK/["/ˈspaɪdə(r)/"]/US/["/ˈspaɪdər/"]/

Meaning of Spider

In simple words: An eight-legged creature that catches insects.

Spider in a sentence

  • a poisonous spider
  • She stared in horror at the hairy black spider.
  • In the film, giant spiders attack a town in Arizona.
  • I was bitten by a spider.

How to use Spider

Commonly used in both written and spoken English. It's appropriate in educational and casual settings. Avoid using in overly formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'spider' as 'spinning de webs'.

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Collocations with Spider

Synonyms for Spider

Opposites of Spider

Common mistakes with Spider

  • Confused with 'cobweb' which refers to the web, not the spider.
  • Using 'spiders' as a singular noun.
  • Saying 'the spider is' instead of 'the spider was' for past events.

Compare Spider with Bug, Creature, Insect

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Frequently asked questions about Spider

What does Spider mean?

An eight-legged creature that catches insects.

What is the definition of Spider?

a small creature with eight thin legs. Many spiders spin webs to catch insects for food.

How do you use Spider in a sentence?

a poisonous spider

Can you give another example of Spider?

She stared in horror at the hairy black spider.

What are synonyms for Spider?

Common alternatives include arachnid, bug, creature, insect, pest.

What is the opposite of Spider?

Opposite meanings include prey, insect.

What words go with Spider?

It commonly pairs with big, huge, large, make a web, spin a web, weave a web, silk, web, a spider’s web.

What are common mistakes when using Spider?

Confused with 'cobweb' which refers to the web, not the spider. Using 'spiders' as a singular noun. Saying 'the spider is' instead of 'the spider was' for past events.

How do you pronounce Spider?

US: /["/ˈspaɪdər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈspaɪdə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Spider?

Commonly used in both written and spoken English. It's appropriate in educational and casual settings. Avoid using in overly formal contexts.

What CEFR level is Spider?

"Spider" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.