Meanings
spide1
spide2
verb
- archaicparticiplepastsimple past and past participle of spy
Synonyms & antonyms
nounA chav.
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Origin
A contraction of “spider men”, referring to individuals with cobweb-like tattoos. Also refers to people who 'hang' around street corners, loitering.
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APA
spide. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 2, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/spide
MLA
“spide.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/spide. Accessed November 2, 2026.
Chicago
WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “spide,” accessed November 2, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/spide.
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