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TARANTULA

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Tarantula.

How to pronounce tarantula:

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Tarantula - as a noun

Large southern european spider once thought to be the cause of tarantism (uncontrollable bodily movement)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
european wolf spiderlycosa tarentula

Large hairy tropical spider with fangs that can inflict painful but not highly venomous bites

Example Sentences

"The tarantula crawled across the floor."
"I saw a giant tarantula while hiking in the rainforest."
"He keeps a pet tarantula in a glass terrarium."
"The venom of a tarantula is not usually fatal to humans."
"Many people have an irrational fear of tarantulas."
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Word Game Points

Is TARANTULA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tarantula is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TARANTULA has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is TARANTULA a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tarantula is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TARANTULA has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is TARANTULA a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tarantula is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TARANTULA has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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