loom
/lˈum/
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Definitions
Noun
a textile machine for weaving yarn into a textile
Verb
come into view indistinctly, often threateningly; "Another air plane loomed into the sky"
Verb
appear very large or occupy a commanding position; "The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain"; "Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall"
Verb
hang over, as of something threatening, dark, or menacing; "The terrible vision brooded over her all day long"
Verb
weave on a loom; "materials loomed in Egypt"
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