spider web

American  

Or spider's web

noun

1. the web that is spun by a spider, made of interlaced threads of viscous fluid that harden on exposure to air.

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Etymology

Origin of spider web

First recorded in 1525–35

Example Sentences

She’s mended broken spider webs with red sewing thread, then chronicled how her gestures of good will were received.

From New York Times

The Texas folk singer Jana Horn makes music of arresting delicacy; her songs take shape like intricately woven spider webs.

From New York Times

“So, you step into sound, dark with big giant lights and this spider web of microphones over your head.”

From Los Angeles Times

Microscopic fibers can get caught in tiny spider webs among the sculpted locks of the David’s hair.

From New York Times

Why are there spider webs and empty desks at the former news desks at City Hall, police headquarters, the County Hall of Administration, the courthouses?

From Los Angeles Times