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Meaning of gossamer

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

gossamer

Pronunciation:/ˈɡɒ.sə.mə//ˈɡɑ.sə.mɚ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A fine film or strand as of cobwebs, floating in the air or caught on bushes, etc.

  2. A soft, sheer fabric.

  3. Anything delicate, light and flimsy.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Tenuous, light, filmy or delicate.