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loom

 

[ luːm ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

textile production

A loom is a device used for weaving fabric by interlacing threads at right angles. Looms can range from small hand-held frames to large industrial machines.

Synonyms

weaver, weaving machine

Examples of usage

  • The weaver operated the loom to create a beautiful tapestry.
  • She sat at the loom for hours, carefully weaving the intricate design.
Context #2 | Verb

to appear in a large or threatening form

To loom means to appear as a shadowy, oversized, or threatening figure.

Synonyms

dominate, tower

Examples of usage

  • The dark clouds loomed over the horizon, signaling an approaching storm.
  • His tall figure loomed in the doorway, casting a shadow over the room.

Translations

Translations of the word "loom" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tear

🇮🇳 करघा

🇩🇪 Webstuhl

🇮🇩 alat tenun

🇺🇦 ткацький верстат

🇵🇱 krosno

🇯🇵 織機 (しょっき)

🇫🇷 métier à tisser

🇪🇸 telar

🇹🇷 dokuma tezgahı

🇰🇷 베틀

🇸🇦 نول

🇨🇿 tkalcovský stav

🇸🇰 tkáčsky stav

🇨🇳 织布机 (zhībùjī)

🇸🇮 stroj za tkanje

🇮🇸 vefstóll

🇰🇿 тоқыма машинасы

🇬🇪 საკერავი სადგური

🇦🇿 toxucu dəzgahı

🇲🇽 telar

Word origin

The word 'loom' originated from the Old English word 'geloma' meaning tool or utensil. It has been used in the English language since the 13th century to refer to the weaving device. The verb form 'loom' to describe something appearing large or threatening has been in use since the 16th century.

See also: looming.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,728, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.