spinneret
/ˈspɪnəˌrɛt/
noun
- A small organ in spiders, silkworms, and some other insects that produces silk threads.
- Scientists studied the spinneret to understand how spiders create such durable fibers.
- The spider uses its spinneret to weave a strong web.
- Silkworms have a spinneret that releases liquid silk that hardens into thread.
- A device with tiny holes used in manufacturing to produce synthetic fibers like nylon or polyester.
- Each hole in the spinneret determines the thickness of the fiber.
- The factory uses a spinneret to extrude molten plastic into fine threads.
- The spinneret must be kept clean to ensure consistent thread quality.