1. a spider belonging to the family Araneidae, which includes orb weavers
Usage: zoological

1. of or relating to spiders of the family Araneidae
Usage: zoological

Examples

• The garden spider is a common araneid found in many backyards.
• Araneid spiders are known for their circular webs.
• The researcher studied araneid behavior in different climates.
• This araneid species creates particularly large webs.
• Araneid characteristics include eight legs and web-spinning abilities.
• The museum displayed several araneid specimens.