Web

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.)

Resources and Citations

• 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

• ArtLex Art Dictionary at www.artlex.com