Dictionary entryCEFR C1verb
loom
IPA pronunciation: /luːm/
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English definition
To appear as a large, unclear shape, often in a threatening way.
Example
Dark clouds loomed over the mountains before the storm.
Collocations
- loom large
- loom ahead
- loom over
- looming threat
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