Definition of gossamer

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  • gossamer is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • gossamer is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • gossamer is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 13

Definition of gossamer

  • characterized by unusual lightness and delicacy (adjective)

    Examples

    1. gossamer shading through his playing

    Synonyms

    1. ethereal
  • so thin as to transmit light (adjective)

    Examples

    1. gossamer cobwebs

    Synonyms

    1. cobwebby
    2. diaphanous
    3. filmy
    4. gauze-like
    5. gauzy
    6. see-through
    7. sheer
    8. transparent
    9. vaporous
    10. vapourous
  • filaments from a web that was spun by a spider (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. cobweb
  • a gauze fabric with an extremely fine texture (noun)

See definition of gossamer in Merriam Webster