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gossamer

/ˈɡɒsəmər/ adjective · British & US
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What does gossamer mean?

adjective

Extremely fine or filmy; delicate and light as a spider's web. Used to describe something that is very fine or filmy, especially in a way that is impressive or beautiful.

Example

"The gossamer threads of the spider's web sparkled in the morning dew."

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