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Looms Meaning in English

word · lemma: loom

ˈɫumz
LOOMZ
lˈuːmz
LOOMZ

Definição

'Looms' is the third-person form of 'loom,' which means to appear large, threatening, or important, often coming close in time or space. It can also refer to the machine used for weaving cloth.

Uso & Nuances

As a verb, 'looms' is often used for something (usually negative or threatening) approaching, like deadlines or storms ('a deadline looms'). As a noun, 'loom' means a weaving machine. Context decides the meaning. Not commonly used in everyday speech except for the machine or in dramatic description.

Frases de Exemplo

A dark cloud looms over the city.

basic

The factory has many old looms for weaving.

basic

A big test looms next week.

basic

As the deadline looms, everyone is working late.

natural

Fear looms large in their minds before the results come out.

natural

The mountain looms in the distance, covered with snow.

natural