NOUN: "a fine continuous protein fiber produced by various insect larvae usually for cocoons" Crossword Clue

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NOUN: "a fine continuous protein fiber produced by various insect larvae usually for cocoons" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae
2. animal fibers produced by silkworms and other larvae that spin cocoons and by most spiders

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

PROTEIN (noun)
1. any of a large group of nitrogenous organic compounds that are essential constituents of living cells; consist of polymers of amino acids; essential in the diet of animals for growth and for repair of tissues; can be obtained from meat and eggs and milk and legumes
CONTINUOUS (adjective)
1. continuing in time or space without interruption
2. of a function or curve; extending without break or irregularity

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