loom

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loom Definition

• (n) a textile machine for weaving yarn into a textile
• (v) come into view indistinctly, often threateningly; "Another air plane loomed into the sky"
• (v) appear very large or occupy a commanding position; "The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain"; "Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall"
• (v) hang over, as of something threatening, dark, or menacing; "The terrible vision brooded over her all day long"

loom Synonyms

• brood
• bulk large
• hover
• hulk
• loom
• predominate
• tower