barking spider

The term "barking spider" is used both literally to refer to a specific spider species and humorously as a euphemism for flatulence.

Definition

B2Colloquial

(humorous, euphemism)A joking way to refer to the sound of passing gas, pretending it was made by an imaginary spider.

Example

  • Did you hear that noise? Must have been a barking spider!

C1Entomology

(technical)An Australian spider species that makes a hissing sound when disturbed.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "barking spider":

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