spinneret
[ spin-uh-ret, spin-uh-ret ]
/ ˈspɪn əˌrɛt, ˌspɪn əˈrɛt /
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noun
an organ or part by means of which a spider, insect larva, or the like spins a silky thread for its web or cocoon.
a metal plate or cup with tiny holes through which a chemical solution is extruded to form continuous filaments, as of rayon, nylon, or polyester.
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Let’s start with some etymology: What are the origins of the typographical word “bracket”?
First appeared around 1750, and is related to the French word “braguette” for the name of codpiece armor.
First appeared in 1610, based on the French word “baguette” for the long loaf of bread.
First appeared in 1555, and is related to the French word “raquette” for a netted bat.
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British Dictionary definitions for spinneret
spinneret
/ (ˈspɪnəˌrɛt) /
noun
any of several organs in spiders and certain insects through which silk threads are exuded
a finely perforated dispenser through which a viscous liquid is extruded in the production of synthetic fibres
Word Origin for spinneret
C18: from spinner + -et
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Scientific definitions for spinneret
spinneret
[ spĭn′ə-rĕt′ ]
One of the small openings in the back part of a spider or silk-producing insect larva, through which the sticky fluid that dries into silk is released.
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