weaving
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈwiːvɪŋ/
KK: /ˈwiːvɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The process of creating fabric by interlacing threads together using a loom.
Example
She enjoys weaving colorful patterns into her tapestries.
Conversation
Have you ever tried weaving before?
No, but it sounds interesting!
I took a class last month, and I loved the weaving process.
That sounds fun! I'd love to see what you made.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
braiding
interlacing
twisting
Antonyms
unraveling
disassembling
separating
verb
Definition
The action of making fabric by interlacing threads together.
Example
She enjoys weaving colorful patterns into her tapestries.
Tense Forms
Past: wove
Past Participle: woven
Conversation
I saw you weaving that beautiful scarf yesterday.
Thanks! I'm really enjoying the process of it.
It looks so intricate; how do you learn weaving like that?
Root Explanation
Weaving → It originates from the Old English 'wefan' (meaning to weave). The word 'weaving' refers to the process of interlacing threads to create fabric or textiles.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word 'wefan' which means to weave — this helps you remember that weaving is the act of interlacing threads.
Visually Confused Words
waving
unweaving
wearing
leaving
heaving
wearying
weanling
weakling