Here is the requested information about the word "looms":
1. Parts of Speech: verb, noun
2. Definitions:
- Verb: (1) appear as a shadowy form, especially one that is large or threatening. (2) be imminent or about to happen. (3) weave (a fabric) on a loom.
- Noun: a machine or device for weaving fabric.
3. Pronunciations:
- US: /luːmz/
- UK: /luːmz/
4. Origin and Usage: The verb "looms" originated from the Old English word "gelōma" which means "utensil, tool" and the noun "loom" originated from the Old English word "gelōma" which means "implement, tool, utensil". The verb "looms" is commonly used to describe something that appears as a shadowy form or is imminent, while the noun "loom" is used to describe a machine or device for weaving fabric.
5. Synonyms:
- Verb: emerges, appears, materializes, threatens, impends
- Noun: weaving machine, textile machine, loom machine, loom tool
6. Related Words:
- bloom, gloom, rooms, tomes
7. Example Sentences:
- The dark figure looms over the city, casting a shadow across the buildings.
- The deadline for the project looms, and they still have a lot of work to do.
- She spent hours at the loom, weaving a beautiful tapestry.
- The textile factory has rows of looms, each one working tirelessly to produce fabric.