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gossamer

UK/'gɒsәmә/US
GREC2

Definitions

n.

Fine, delicate cobwebs floating in the air; any very light, thin, or flimsy material.

蛛丝;薄纱;轻飘飘的东西

adj.

Extremely light, thin, and delicate.

轻薄的,纤细的,如蛛丝般的

Root Breakdown

Native English
gossamerother
=gossamer

Common Collocations

  • 1.gossamer wings薄翅膀
  • 2.gossamer veil薄面纱
  • 3.gossamer thread薄线

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Gossamer threads of spider web glittered in the morning dew.

  • 2.

    The dancer wore a gossamer dress that floated around her.

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