Araneus Cavaticus (Noun)
Meaning
An orange and tan spider with darkly banded legs that spins an orb web daily; "the barn spider was made famous in E. B. White's book `Charlotte's Web'".
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The araneus cavaticus, commonly known as the barn spider, is often found in dark corners of old barns and sheds.
- In the morning, the araneus cavaticus would spin a new web to catch its prey for the day.
- E.B. White's famous story 'Charlotte's Web' features a clever araneus cavaticus as the main character.
- The araneus cavaticus is recognized by its distinctive orange and tan body and darkly banded legs.
- The araneus cavaticus is a common sight in rural areas, spinning its orb web in doorways and windows.