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Loom

Loom

/ˈluːm/

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Syllable breakdown

loom

Dictionary meaning

Appear very large or occupy a commanding position.

Examples

  • Another air plane loomed into the sky.
  • Materials loomed in Egypt.

Synonyms: predominate

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