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Loom (Verb)

Meaning 1

Weave on a loom; "materials loomed in Egypt".

Classification

Verbs of sewing, baking, painting, performing.

Examples

  • The artisan expertly began to weave on her antique handloom to create a beautiful tapestry.
  • She carefully placed the shuttle in position to loom the intricate floral pattern.
  • Women in traditional village attire sat in a circle to loom fine cotton fabrics.
  • In ancient Egypt, papyrus reeds and palm fronds loomed large as primary construction materials.
  • Silk threads loomed ahead as the primary material in the intricate oriental rug.

Hypernyms

  • Tissue

Meaning 2

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

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Examples

  • The dark figure looms over the small child in the abandoned alley.
  • A sense of impending doom looms over the residents as the storm approaches.
  • The specter of war looms over the fragile peace talks between nations.
  • The ominous cloud looms over the landscape, threatening to unleash a torrent of rain.
  • The shadow of bankruptcy looms over the struggling company.

Synonyms

  • Brood
  • Hover
  • Bulk Large

Hypernyms

  • Hang

Hyponyms

  • Overshadow
  • Dominate

Meaning 3

Appear very large or occupy a commanding position; "The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain"; "Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall".

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Examples

  • The skyscraper loomed over the quiet neighborhood, casting a long shadow in the setting sun.
  • A massive storm cloud loomed in the distance, threatening to bring heavy rain and strong winds.
  • The ancient trees loomed above the hikers, their branches twisted and gnarled with age.
  • The large ship loomed in the harbor, its presence dominating the smaller vessels.
  • The famous monument loomed in the center of the city, a symbol of the country's rich history.

Synonyms

  • Predominate
  • Hulk
  • Tower

Hypernyms

  • Rear
  • Lift

Meaning 4

Come into view indistinctly, often threateningly; "Another air plane loomed into the sky".

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Examples

  • A large dark cloud loomed over the small town, threatening to unleash a fierce storm.
  • The dark and abandoned mansion loomed in the distance, casting a eerie shadow over the landscape.
  • As we sailed further into the stormy sea, the massive rock formations loomed out of the darkness.
  • A figure loomed in the doorway, momentarily blocking the light from the hallway.
  • The imposing skyscraper loomed over the surrounding buildings, dominating the city skyline.

Hypernyms

  • Appear
  • Seem
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