kruisspin

Dutch

Etymology

From kruis (“cross”) +‎ spin (“spider”), referring to the cross-shaped pattern on its back.

Pronunciation

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• Hyphenation: kruis‧spin

Noun

kruisspin f (plural kruisspinnen, diminutive kruisspinnetje n)

1. Araneus diadematus (European garden spider)