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1. (n.) spinneret
an organ or part by means of which a spider, insect larva, or the like spins a silky thread for its web or cocoon.
2. spinneret
Also, spinner&syl;ette. a metal plate or cup with tiny holes through which a chemical solution is extruded to form continuous filaments, as of rayon, nylon, or polyester.
Etymology: (1820–30)
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1. (noun) spinneret
one of the special jointed organs situated on the under side, and near the end, of the abdomen of spiders, by means of which they spin their webs. Most spiders have three pairs of spinnerets, but some have only two pairs. The ordinary silk line of the spider is composed of numerous smaller lines jointed after issuing from the spinnerets
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