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LOOM

Definition:

[noun] a textile machine for weaving yarn into a textile
[verb] come into view indistinctly, often threateningly; "Another air plane loomed into the sky"
[verb] appear very large or occupy a commanding position; "The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain"; "Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall"
Synonyms: tower, predominate, hulk
[verb] hang over, as of something threatening, dark, or menacing; "The terrible vision brooded over her all day long"
Synonyms: brood, hover, bulk large