web

web
noun
  1. a network of fine threads constructed by a spider from fluid secreted by its spinnerets, used to catch its prey
    蜘蛛网
    ■a similar filmy network spun by some insect larvae, especially communal caterpillars
    (一些昆虫幼体吐出)蛛网状物
    ■(figurative)a complex system of interconnected elements, especially one perceived as a trap or danger
    (喻)(相互关联因素组成)复杂系统;圈套;罗网
    he found himself caught up in a web of bureaucracy.
    他发现自己陷入了官僚机构的罗网。
    ■(the Web). short for world wide web
    world wide web 的简称
  2. a membrane between the toes of a swimming bird or other aquatic animal

    ■a thin flat part connecting thicker or more solid parts in machinery
    连结板;金属薄条(片)
  3. a roll of paper used in a continuous printing process
    (连续印刷用)一卷纸
    ■the endless wire mesh in a papermaking machine on which such paper is made
    (制造卷筒纸的造纸机上的)无端金属丝网
  4. a piece of woven fabric
    织物
(webbed, webbing)
  1. [no obj., with adverbial]move or hang so as to form a web-like shape
    织网;形成网状
    an intricate transportation network webs from coast to coast.
    海岸间错综复杂的运输网络。
    ■[with obj.](一般作be webbed)cover with or as though with a web
    用网(或网状物)覆盖
    she noticed his tanned skin, webbed with fine creases.
    她注意到他晒黑的皮肤上布满了细纹。
派生
web-like
adjective
语源
  1. Old English web(b) 'woven fabric', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch web, also to weave. Early use of the verb was in the sense 'weave (fabric) on a loom'
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