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inweave

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ɪnˈwiːv/

KK: /ɪnˈwiːv/

transitive verb
Definition

To combine different elements together by weaving them into a fabric or design.


Example

The artist decided to inweave various colors into her tapestry to create a unique pattern.


Tense Forms

Past: inwove

Past Participle: inwoven


Conversation
Sloth A
I saw this beautiful tapestry today; it really made me think about how they inweave different colors.
Sloth B
That sounds amazing! I love how intricate those designs can be.
Sloth A
Yeah, it's fascinating how they inweave stories into the fabric too.
Sloth B
Exactly! Each piece has its own unique history.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
interlace
entwine
interweave
Antonyms
separate
unravel
disentangle
Root Explanation

Inweave is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "weave" (from Old English "wefan", meaning to interlace or twist together). The word describes the action of weaving something into another material or fabric.

Memory Tip

Think of 'weaving something into' ('in-') a fabric — that's what inweave means.

Visually Confused Words
unweave
weave
uninweaved
interweave
inheaven
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