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loom

/lˈum/ · 1 syllable

Meaning

verb

  1. come into view indistinctly, often threateningly
    “Another air plane loomed into the sky”
  2. appear very large or occupy a commanding position
    “The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain”
  3. hang over, as of something threatening, dark, or menacing
    “The terrible vision brooded over her all day long”
  4. weave on a loom
    “materials loomed in Egypt”

noun

  1. a textile machine for weaving yarn into a textile

Synonyms for loom

Words that rhyme with loom

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