verb “weave”
infinitive weave; he weaves; past tense wove; past part. woven; ger. weaving
- to create an object by interlacing strands of material
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Grandma taught me how to weave a basket from willow branches.
- to create a web or cocoon by spinning threads
The caterpillar began to weave its cocoon against the branch.
- to blend closely together
The festival was a cultural tapestry, weaving together music, dance, and cuisine from around the world.
- to invent a story or plan with intricate details
The author wove a complex narrative that captivated readers from the first page.
verb “weave”
infinitive weave; he weaves; past tense weaved; past part. weaved; ger. weaving
- to move in a winding or zigzag manner
The boxer weaved to dodge his opponent's punches.
- to create a route by moving in a winding or indirect way
The cyclist weaved a careful path through the congested city streets.
- to sway the head from side to side repeatedly, often due to distress
The caged parrot began to weave back and forth, showing signs of distress.
noun “weave”
singular weave, plural weaves or uncountable
- the pattern or method used in weaving fabric
Her hair was styled in a loose weave that framed her face beautifully.