Meaning of the word loops in English

What does loops mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

loops

US /luːps/
UK /luːps/

Noun

1.

a shape produced by a curve that bends around and crosses itself

Example:
The roller coaster went through several loops.
She tied the ribbon into a decorative loop.
2.

a continuous strip of film, tape, or wire, the ends of which are joined to form a circle

Example:
The video played on a continuous loop.
The song was stuck on a loop in my head.

Verb

1.

form (something) into a loop or loops

Example:
She looped the rope around the post.
The pilot looped the plane in a daring maneuver.
2.

move in a loop

Example:
The road loops around the mountain.
The train loops back to the main station.