Meaning of the word weave in English

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weave

US /wiːv/

UK /wiːv/

form (fabric or an article) by interlacing long threads passing in one direction with others at a right angle to them

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She learned to weave baskets from natural fibers.

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The spider began to weave its web.

Synonym:

interlace intertwine knit plait

make (a complex story or pattern) from a number of individual elements

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The author expertly wove together multiple storylines.

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He tried to weave a convincing alibi.

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construct create compose form

move by winding in and out of obstacles

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The car had to weave through heavy traffic.

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He managed to weave his way through the crowd.

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zigzag meander wind thread

a particular style or manner in which something is woven

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The blanket had a loose, open weave.

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This fabric has a tight, durable weave.

Synonym:

pattern texture structure

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