The phrase "male spider" refers to a male spider, which is a specific type of small creature with eight legs, a body divided into two parts, and fangs used to capture prey. Full definition
Among humans, tying up a sexual partner is a form of thrill - seeking, but for male spiders it can be a life - saver. (newscientist.com)
In laboratory combat trials, male spiders with gifts weren't hampered in their fights with gift - free rivals, although some dominant males with and without gifts stole gifts from weaker males. (sciencemag.org)
11 In some cases, male spiders try to sneak in worthless items like the leftovers of already - eaten bugs, so females have learned to examine the gift. (discovermagazine.com)