Tarantula

/təˈræntʃələ/

Synonyms

  • bird-eating spider
  • mygalomorph
  • wolf spider

Slang Meanings

A term used to describe an intimidating or overwhelming situation.
After facing that giant tarantula, I felt like I could conquer any challenge.
Referring to a person who is overly dramatic or hairy in appearance.
He looked like a total tarantula at the beach with all that hair!