goliath bird spider

noun

variants: or goliath bird-eating spider or goliath birdeater

plural goliath bird spiders or goliath bird-eating spiders or goliath birdeaters

Definition of goliath bird spider

: a very large, reddish-brown to black tarantula (Theraphosa blondi) of northern South America that may reach a weight of 6 ounces (170 grams) and have a leg span of up to 12 inches (30.5 centimeters) The largest tarantula (the goliath bird spider) can cover a dinner plate!— Deborah Churchman The goliath bird-eating spider, which is as large as a human hand …— Louise Gray

Learn More About goliath bird spider

Dictionary Entries Near goliath bird spider

goliath beetle

goliath bird spider

goliath crane

Statistics for goliath bird spider

Cite this Entry

“Goliath bird spider.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/goliath%20bird%20spider. Accessed 6 Jul. 2022.

Style: MLA

MLA