The Clue
Shuttle site (4 letter answer)
The Answer
LOOM
Tags
Notes
The answer LOOM is seen frequently, appearing about once every 150 puzzles.
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Hang over
Machine with a shuttle
Machine for weaving
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Weaver's apparatus
Weaver's equipment
Weaver's gear
Weaving apparatus
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Definition
LOOM as a noun:
1. a textile machine for weaving yarn into a textile
LOOM as a verb:
1. come into view indistinctly, often threateningly; "Another air plane loomed into the sky"
2. (loom, tower, predominate, hulk) = appear very large or occupy a commanding position; "The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain"; "Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall"
3. (brood, hover, loom, bulk large) = hang over, as of something threatening, dark, or menacing; "The terrible vision brooded over her all day long"