noun

spyder

Spyder (noun) means an open-topped sports car; a stylized spelling of "spider" used for roadsters. Example: “The convertible Spyder model is popular with collectors.”

noun

An open-topped sports car; a stylized spelling of "spider" used for roadsters.

"The convertible Spyder model is popular with collectors."

How to use spyder

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA styled name for an open-top sports car or roadster.

Easily confused with

spider →

Word forms

spyders plural

Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.

Test yourself on “spyder” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage →

Fill the gap

Can you complete this real example?

The convertible _____ model is popular with collectors.

Etymology

From a resemblance between the thin spokes of old horse-drawn open carriages and a spider's legs, later applied to open-topped cars.

Rhymes for spyder

Ryder Snyder

See all rhymes for spyder →

Frequently asked questions

What does “spyder” mean?

The word “spyder” means an open-topped sports car; a stylized spelling of "spider" used for roadsters. In plain terms, a styled name for an open-top sports car or roadster.

How do you use “spyder” in a sentence?

Here is “spyder” used in a sentence: “The convertible Spyder model is popular with collectors.”

What part of speech is “spyder”?

“Spyder” is a noun.

What is the meaning of spyder?

"spyder" (noun) means an open-topped sports car; a stylized spelling of "spider" used for roadsters.