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gossamer

 

[ ˈɡɒsəmər ]

Noun / Adjective
Context #1 | Noun

delicate material

Gossamer refers to a very light, thin, and delicate material, often used to describe fabric or a cobweb. It is characterized by its sheer and airy quality, resembling a fine film or thread. Gossamer can also symbolize fragility and ethereal beauty.

Synonyms

airy, delicate, fine

Examples of usage

  • The ballerina's costume was made of gossamer fabric, creating a graceful and ethereal look on stage.
  • The morning dew clung to the gossamer threads of the spider's web, shimmering in the sunlight.
Context #2 | Adjective

light and delicate

Gossamer can also be used as an adjective to describe something as light, delicate, and insubstantial. It conveys a sense of fragility and transparency, often associated with ethereal beauty and elegance.

Synonyms

delicate, ethereal, translucent

Examples of usage

  • Her gossamer wings allowed her to fly effortlessly through the air.
  • The moon cast a gossamer glow over the tranquil lake, creating a magical atmosphere.

Translations

Translations of the word "gossamer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 teia de aranha

🇮🇳 मकड़ी का जाला

🇩🇪 Spinnweben

🇮🇩 jaring laba-laba

🇺🇦 павутина

🇵🇱 pajęczyna

🇯🇵 クモの巣

🇫🇷 toile d'araignée

🇪🇸 telaraña

🇹🇷 örümcek ağı

🇰🇷 거미줄

🇸🇦 شبكة العنكبوت

🇨🇿 pavučina

🇸🇰 pavučina

🇨🇳 蜘蛛网

🇸🇮 pajčevina

🇮🇸 köngulóarvefur

🇰🇿 өрмекші торы

🇬🇪 ობობის ქსელი

🇦🇿 hörümçək toru

🇲🇽 telaraña

Word origin

The word 'gossamer' originated from Middle English 'gosmere,' which combines 'goose' (referring to down feathers) and 'meri' (meaning boundary or limit). Originally, it referred to fine, filmy cobwebs spun by small spiders, resembling down feathers. Over time, the term expanded to encompass any delicate, sheer material or object with a fine texture, reflecting the ethereal and fragile nature of gossamer.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,820, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.