LOOMの定義と意味 - メリアム・ウェブスター

LOOM Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster Est. 1828 Dictionary Definition noun (1) verb noun (2) noun 3 noun (1) verb noun (2) Synonyms Example Sentences Word History Phrases Containing Rhymes Entries Near Cite this Entry Citation Kids Definition Kids More from M-W Show more Show more Citation Kids More from M-W Save Word To save this word, you'll need to log in. Log In loom 1 of 3 noun (1) ˈlüm Synonyms of loom Take our 3 question quiz on loom Simple Definition A Simple Definition is available from our Learner's Dictionary to help you understand the meaning faster. : 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 Quiz: Which word is closest in meaning to loom as used here? loom 2 of 3 verb loomed ; looming ; looms intransitive verb 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. 2 a : 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 3 of 3 noun (2) : the indistinct and exaggerated appearance of something seen on the horizon or through fog or darkness also : a looming shadow or reflection Synonyms of loom Relevance Verb brew impend See All Synonyms & Antonyms in Thesaurus Examples of loom in a Sentence Verb Storm clouds loomed on the horizon. The mountains loom above the valley. Recent Examples on the Web Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback . Noun Others have shown flashes of brilliance or loom as long-shot upsets. — Kayla Hayempour, NBC news , 1 May 2026 Kissimmee commissioner Janette Martinez proclaimed her innocence against two ethics complaints against her, claiming they are politically motived as elections loom . — Natalia Jaramillo, The Orlando Sentinel , 29 Apr. 2026 Verb Conceived by the Colombian artist Iván Argote, and unveiled in 2024, the sculpture spent a year and a half staring down commuters from its perch on the Spur, a section of the High Line that looms over the intersection of Thirtieth Street and Tenth Avenue. — Julian Lucas, New Yorker , 4 May 2026 Due to a down economy and looming federal cuts, California faces years of overwhelming budget deficits in the future. — Linh Tat, Oc Register , 4 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for loom Word History Etymology Noun (1) Middle English lome tool, loom, from Old English gelōma tool; akin to Middle Dutch al lame tool Verb and Noun (2) origin unknown First Known Use Noun (1) 15th century, in the meaning defined above Verb circa 1541, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Noun (2) 1836, in the meaning defined above Time Traveler The first known use of loom was in the 15th century See more words from the same century Phrases Containing loom Jacquard loom loom large Rhymes for loom blume boom broom doom flume fume gloom glume groom plume rheum room See All Rhymes for loom Browse Nearby Words looky loom loomery See all Nearby Words Cite this Entry Style MLA Chicago APA Merriam-Webster “Loom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary , Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/loom. Accessed 6 May. 2026. Copy Citation Kids Definition loom 1 of 2 noun ˈlüm : a frame or machine for weaving threads or yarns to produce cloth loom 2 of 2 verb 1 : to appear suddenly and often with a large, dim, or strange form loomed out of the fog 2 : to be about to happen More from Merriam-Webster on loom Nglish: Translation of loom for Spanish Speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about loom Last Updated: 5 May 2026 - Updated example sentences Love words? Need even more definitions? Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free! Merriam-Webster unabridged More from Merriam-Webster Word of the Day flamboyant See Definitions and Examples » Get Word of the Day daily email! Popular in Grammar & Usage See More More Commonly Mispronounced Words Regarding the Incorrect Use of 'Decimate' 5 Verbal Slip Ups and Language Mistakes Is that lie 'bald-faced' or 'bold-faced'? The Difference Between 'i.e.' and 'e.g.' See More Popular in Wordplay See More The Longest Long Words List Where does 'curiosity killed the cat' come from? 9 Other Words for Beautiful Was 'nervous Nellie' a real person? 12 Lovely and Unusual Words for the Natural World See More Popular See More More Commonly Mispronounced Words The Longest Long Words List Where does 'curiosity killed the cat' come from? See More Games & Quizzes See All Quordle Can you solve 4 words at once? Play Blossom Pick the best words! Play The Missing Letter A daily crossword with a twist Play Name That Tree! A quiz that’s all bark, no bite. Take the quiz See All