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loom
verb(loom)
appear very large or occupy a commanding position
Synonyms: hulk, predominate, tower,
Examples:
Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall.
loom
verb(loom)
hang over, as of something threatening, dark, or menacing
Synonyms: brood, bulk large, hover,
loom
noun(loom)
a textile machine for weaving yarn into a textile
loom
verb(loom)
come into view indistinctly, often threateningly
Examples:
Another air plane loomed into the sky.
loom
verb(loom)
weave on a loom
Examples:
Materials loomed in Egypt.

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