spinneret
About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.


spin·ner·et

noun \ˌspi-nə-ˈret\

Definition of SPINNERET

1
: an organ (as of a spider or caterpillar) for producing threads of silk from the secretion of silk glands
2
or spin·ner·ette : a small metal plate, thimble, or cap with fine holes through which a chemical solution (as of cellulose) is forced in the spinning of man-made filaments (as of rayon or nylon)

First Known Use of SPINNERET

1826

Browse

Next Word in the Dictionary: spinner play
Previous Word in the Dictionary: spinner dolphin
All Words Near: spinneret

Seen & Heard

What made you want to look up spinneret? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Name That Thing

Take Our 10-Question Quiz

#6: Flabbergast
: to overwhelm with shock,
surprise, or wonder
See All Top 25 Entries »
Get Our Free Apps
Voice Search, Favorites,
Word of the Day, and More
Join Us on FB & Twitter
Get the Word of the Day and More