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scorpion spider

American  

noun

  1. whipscorpion.


Etymology

Origin of scorpion spider

First recorded in 1795–1805

Example Sentences

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By the time we hit the scorpion spider cave, we are on our way back to the lodge — the overnight jungle adventure is almost over.

From Washington Post • Nov. 3, 2016

But when you have a small cave — which the one home to that scorpion spider is by Belizean standards — in the middle of more than 50,000 privately owned acres, access is an issue.

From Washington Post • Nov. 3, 2016

A scorpion spider is related to both spiders and scorpions, but is its own thing, which Alex assures me is not venomous.

From Washington Post • Nov. 3, 2016

But I draw the line at holding the scorpion spider that my guide, Alex Guzman, offers me.

From Washington Post • Nov. 3, 2016