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tarantula

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/tɐɾɐ̃ˈtulɐ/ta·rân·tu·la

Definition

1

A large, hairy spider belonging to the family Theraphosidae, often kept as exotic pets.

Usage examples

The tarantula moved slowly across the desert floor.
He was fascinated by tarantulas and kept several in terrariums.

Synonyms

Common combinations

tarantula bitehairy tarantulapet tarantula