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loom meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of loom at MeaningMonkey.org. loom meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.LOOM noun
Definition of loom (noun)
- a textile machine for weaving yarn into a textile
LOOM verb
Definition of loom (verb)
- come into view indistinctly, often threateningly
- "Another air plane loomed into the sky"
- appear very large or occupy a commanding position
- "The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain"; "Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall"
- synonyms: hulk, predominate, tower
- hang over, as of something threatening, dark, or menacing
- "The terrible vision brooded over her all day long"
- synonyms: brood, bulk large, hover
- weave on a loom
- "materials loomed in Egypt"
Source: Princeton University Wordnet