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!