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Definition loom in British English

loom verb

[intransitive] verb
/luːm/
1

to appear as a large shape that is not clear, usually in a threatening way

Example

Suddenly the mountains loomed up out of the mist.

Synonyms and related words
appear resurface emerge
2

if something unpleasant or difficult looms, it seems likely to happen soon

Example

The government is denying that a crisis is looming.

Synonyms and related words
await threaten be heading/headed for something
Definition loom in British English