Gossamer

Definition:

  • (n.) A fine, filmy substance, like cobwebs, floating in the air, in calm, clear weather, especially in autumn. It is seen in stubble fields and on furze or low bushes, and is formed by small spiders.
  • (n.) Any very thin gauzelike fabric; also, a thin waterproof stuff.
  • (n.) An outer garment, made of waterproof gossamer.

Compare gossamer with other words:

gossamer vs. veil

ethereal vs. gossamer

gossamer vs. subtle

fragile vs. gossamer

filmy vs. gossamer

gossamer vs. gossamery

flimsy vs. gossamer

gossamer vs. light

delicate vs. gossamer

fabric vs. gossamer

gossamer vs. sheer

gossamer vs. soft

cobweb vs. gossamer

gossamer vs. strand

film vs. gossamer

diaphanous vs. gossamer