loom
noun (1)
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Definition of loom
(Entry 1 of 3)
: a frame or machine for interlacing (see interlace sense 1) at right angles two or more sets of threads or yarns to form a cloth
loom
verb
loomed;
looming;
looms
Definition of loom (Entry 2 of 3)
1
: to come into sight in enlarged or distorted and indistinct form often as a result of atmospheric conditions
Storm clouds loomed on the horizon.
2a
: to appear in an impressively great or exaggerated form
deficits loomed large
b
: to take shape as an impending occurrence
the problems that loomed ahead
loom
noun (2)Definition of loom (Entry 3 of 3)
: the indistinct and exaggerated appearance of something seen on the horizon or through fog or darkness
also
: a looming shadow or reflection
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loom
verbEnglish Language Learners Definition of loom
: to appear in a large, strange, or frightening form often in a sudden way : to appear in an impressively large or great form
: to be close to happening : to be about to happen
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loom
noun
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Kids Definition of loom
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a frame or machine for weaving cloth
loom
verb
loomed;
looming
Kids Definition of loom (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to come into sight suddenly and often with a large, strange, or frightening appearance
A steep hill loomed ahead.— Lois Lowry, The Giver
2
: to be about to happen
A battle is looming.
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