weave

Definition

  • n. pattern of weaving or structure of a fabric
  • v. interlace by or as if by weaving
  • v. create a piece of cloth by interlacing strands of fabric, such as wool or cotton
  • v. to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course

Word forms

Past participle
woven
Present participle
weaving
Past tense
wove
Third person singular
weaves

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The artist showed us the traditional weave used in her village.

  2. vt.

    She decided to weave different colors of thread into a beautiful tapestry.

  3. vi.

    The skilled worker can weave quickly through the fabric.