loom (n.)

  1. a textile machine for weaving yarn into a textile

    loom (v.)

  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; Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall

    [ Syn: tower , predominate , hulk ]

  3. hang over, as of something threatening, dark, or menacing; The terrible vision brooded over her all day long

    [ Syn: brood , hover , bulk large ]

  4. weave on a loom; materials loomed in Egypt'

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