tarantulatəˈræn tʃə lə; -ˌli
tarantula (n)
- plural
- tarantulas
English Definitions:
European wolf spider, tarantula, Lycosa tarentula (noun)
large southern European spider once thought to be the cause of tarantism (uncontrollable bodily movement)
tarantula (noun)
large hairy tropical spider with fangs that can inflict painful but not highly venomous bites
tarantula (Noun)
A species of wolf spider, Lycosa tarentula.
tarantula (Noun)
A "true tarantula", consisting of large, hairy spiders comprising the family Theraphosidae.
tarantula (Noun)
A member of several other groups of spiders, generally characterized by large size, hairiness, or close relation to family Theraphosidae.
Tarantula
Tarantulas comprise a group of often hairy and very large arachnids belonging to the Theraphosidae family of spiders, of which approximately 900 species have been identified. This article only describes members of Theraphosidae, although some other members of the same suborder are commonly referred to as "tarantulas". Most species of tarantulas are not dangerous to humans, and some species have become popular in the exotic pet trade.
Tarantula
Tarantulas comprise a group of large and often hairy spiders of the family Theraphosidae. As of August 2022, 1,040 species have been identified, with 156 genera. The term "tarantula" is usually used to describe members of the family Theraphosidae, although many other members of the same infraorder (Mygalomorphae) are commonly referred to as "tarantulas" or "false tarantulas". Some of the more common species have become popular in the exotic pet trade. Many New World species kept as pets have setae known as urticating hairs that can cause irritation to the skin, and in extreme cases, cause damage to the eyes.
Citation
Use the citation below to add this dictionary page to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"tarantula." Kamus.net. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 20 Apr. 2024. <https://www.kamus.net/english/tarantula>.
Discuss this bahasa indonesia tarantula translation with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In