(~s)
1.
A ~ is the thin net made by a spider from a sticky substance which it produces in its body.
...the spider’s ~ in the window.
= cob~
N-COUNT
2.
A ~ is a complicated pattern of connections or relationships, sometimes considered as an obstacle or a danger.
He’s forced to untangle a complex ~ of financial dealings...
They accused him of weaving a ~ of lies and deceit.
N-COUNT: usu sing, oft N of n
3.
The Web is the same as the World Wide Web . (COMPUTING)
N-PROPER