“Loom, in its primary sense, refers to a device used in weaving that facilitates the interlacing of threads to create fabric. This apparatus typically consists of a frame and a set of parallel threads, with a shuttle carrying the weft thread back and forth. Metaphorically, ‘loom’ can also describe the impending occurrence or presence of something, often with a sense of threat or significance.”
Sample Sentences:
- The weaver carefully operated the loom to create a beautiful tapestry.
- Dark storm clouds loomed on the horizon, signaling an approaching rain shower.
- The ancient loom displayed at the museum provided insight into historical weaving techniques.
- Economic challenges began to loom, prompting the need for strategic planning.
- The rhythmic clatter of the loom echoed through the textile workshop.
- As the deadline loomed, the team worked diligently to complete the project.
- The weaver expertly adjusted the tension on the loom for precise weaving.
- Uncertainty about the future began to loom, casting a shadow over their plans.
- The intricate pattern emerged gradually as the weaver continued to operate the loom.
- The artist used a traditional hand loom to create a series of unique fabric designs.
Synonyms (English – Indonesian):
- Weaving machine – Mesin tenun
- Textile machine – Mesin tekstil
- Looming – Muncul
- Impending – Mendekati
- Threatening – Mengancam
- Emerging – Muncul
- Approach – Mendekati
- Appear – Muncul
- Surface – Muncul
- Materialize – Muncul
Antonyms (English – Indonesian):
- Recede – Mundur
- Withdraw – Mundur
- Retreat – Mundur
- Shrink – Menyusut
- Dissipate – Menghilang
- Disappear – Menghilang
- Vanish – Menghilang
- Fade – Memudar
- Diminish – Menurun
- Subside – Mereda
Derived Words (English – Indonesian):
- Loomed – Muncul
- Looming – Muncul
Related Words (English – Indonesian):
- Weave – Menyulam
- Warp – Benang pakan
- Weft – Benang pakan
- Textile – Tekstil
- Fabric – Kain
Phrasal Verbs (English – Indonesian):
- Loom over – Mengintai
- Loom up – Muncul dengan tiba-tiba
- Loom large – Mendekati dengan mengesankan
Common Expressions (English – Indonesian):
- “Looming deadline” – “Batas waktu yang mendekat”
- “Looming threat” – “Ancaman yang mendekat”
- “Looming presence” – “Kehadiran yang mendekat”
Related Idioms (English – Indonesian):
- “Loom like a dark cloud” – “Muncul seperti awan gelap”
- “Loom on the horizon” – “Muncul di cakrawala”
