What does weaving mean?
Weaving means (uncountable) The process of making woven material on a loom..
Weaving
/ˈwiːvɪŋ/ · noun
Meaning
(uncountable) The process of making woven material on a loom..
Definitions by Sense
- (uncountable) The process of making woven material on a loom.
- (countable) A piece of such material.
- (countable) An unsteady back and forth motion.
- (uncountable) The uncontrolled crossing of multiple streams of traffic in the same general direction.
- present participle and gerund of weave
Example Sentences
In the 1960s, in addition to small-scale weavings influenced by American Indian, Peruvian and African art, she began producing enigmatic assemblage boxes and collages, including postcard collages, which she sent to friends.
Through some ill-understood quirk of balance, his drunken weavings did nothing to upset the tray — it seemed to remain calmly horizontal.
The motorcycle is weaving in and out of traffic
Synonyms for weaving
Antonyms for weaving
Related Words
Word Forms
- weavings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for weaving?
Common synonyms include staggering, unsteady, lurching, stumbling.
What is the opposite of weaving?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use weaving in a sentence?
In the 1960s, in addition to small-scale weavings influenced by American Indian, Peruvian and African art, she began producing enigmatic assemblage boxes and collages, including postcard collages, which she sent to friends.
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