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| − | 1) A loosely woven, or matted, lattice-like fabric that resembles a spider web. See also [ | + | 1) A loosely woven, or matted, lattice-like fabric that resembles a spider web. See also [[webbing|webbing]]. |
2) A delicate mat of filaments created by a spider or insect larvae. | 2) A delicate mat of filaments created by a spider or insect larvae. | ||
Revision as of 13:13, 10 May 2016
Description
1) A loosely woven, or matted, lattice-like fabric that resembles a spider web. See also Webbing.
2) A delicate mat of filaments created by a spider or insect larvae.
3) A membrane interconnecting two separate parts, such as toes of a bird or extremities in stone sculptures.
Synonyms and Related Terms
webbed; red (Esp.)
Sources Checked for Data in Record
- Fairchild's Dictionary of Textiles, Phyllis G.Tortora, Robert S. Merkel (eds.), Fairchild Publications, New York City, 7th edition, 1996
- The American Heritage Dictionary or Encarta, via Microsoft Bookshelf 98, Microsoft Corp., 1998
- Website address 1 Comment: ArtLex Art Dictionary at www.artlex.com