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GOSSAMER

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There are 5 meanings of the word Gossamer.

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Gossamer - as a noun

A gauze fabric with an extremely fine texture

Filaments from a web that was spun by a spider

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cobweb

Gossamer - as an adjective satellite

Characterized by unusual lightness and delicacy

Example: "This smallest and most ethereal of birds"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ethereal

So thin as to transmit light

Example: "A hat with a diaphanous veil"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cobwebbydiaphanousfilmygauze-likegauzysee-throughsheertransparentvaporousvapourous

Gossamer - as an adjective

Tenuous, light, filmy or delicate.

Example Sentences

"The delicate gossamer floated in the breeze."
"She wore a stunning gown made of gossamer."
"The morning sunlight illuminated the gossamer strands of a spider's web."
"The fairy was known for her gossamer wings."
"The window was adorned with gossamer curtains."
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Is GOSSAMER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gossamer is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GOSSAMER has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is GOSSAMER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gossamer is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GOSSAMER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is GOSSAMER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gossamer is valid for WordFeud
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GOSSAMER has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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