| Gossamer |
n. |
A fine, filmy substance, like cobwebs, floating in the
air, in calm, clear weather, especially in autumn. It is seen in
stubble fields and on furze or low bushes, and is formed by small
spiders. |
| Gossamer |
n. |
Any very thin gauzelike fabric; also, a thin waterproof
stuff. |
| Gossamer |
n. |
An outer garment, made of waterproof gossamer. |
| Gossamery |
a. |
Like gossamer; flimsy. |
| Gossan |
n. |
Decomposed rock, usually reddish or ferruginous (owing to
oxidized pyrites), forming the upper part of a metallic vein. |
