SPIDER
[ˈspʌɪ̯ɾə(ɹ)]
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of SPIDER
Any of various eight-legged, predatory arthropods, of the order Araneae, most of which spin webs to catch prey.
A program which follows links on the World Wide Web in order to gather information.
A float (drink) made by mixing ice-cream and a soda or fizzy drink (such as lemonade).
"2002, Katharine Gasparini, Cranberry and vanilla ice cream spider, recipe in Cool Food, page 339."
To move like a spider.
To cover a surface like a cobweb.
(of a computer program) To follow links on the World Wide Web in order to gather information.
"The online dictionary is regularly spidered by search engines."
Examples of SPIDER in a Sentence
- "2002, Katharine Gasparini, Cranberry and vanilla ice cream spider, recipe in Cool Food, page 339."
- "The online dictionary is regularly spidered by search engines."
Word Details
Is SPIDER a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SPIDER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SPIDER uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SPIDER
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | p | i | d | e | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
Anagrams of SPIDER
Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SPIDER
94 words from the letters in SPIDER
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How to Use SPIDER in Word Games
SPIDER is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SPIDER is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble SPIDER to find 94 additional valid words.