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UK/["/luːp/"]/US/["/luːp/"]/

Meaning of Loop

a shape like a curve or circle made by a line curving right round

In simple words: A shape that goes around and comes back to where it started.

Loop in a sentence

  • The engineer fixed the loop in the wiring that was causing the short circuit.
  • You need to run the program inside a loop so the instructions repeat automatically.
  • The hiking trail forms a loop around the lake, starting and ending at the same point.
  • She quickly caught the loop of the rope and pulled herself up the cliff.
  • During the presentation, we received feedback in a continuous loop to improve the design.
  • The musician used a loop pedal to layer multiple guitar sounds live on stage.
  • The roller coaster takes an exciting loop that flips the riders upside down.
  • Make sure the conversation stays in the loop with everyone involved in the project.

How to use Loop

Used in contexts like programming, cycling, or storytelling. Not appropriate for formal writing without clarification.

Grammar pattern

loop + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'loop de loop' in a roller coaster, going around and around.

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Collocations with Loop

Synonyms for Loop

Opposites of Loop

Common mistakes with Loop

  • Confused with 'loop' as a verb and a noun.
  • Mixing up 'loop' with 'circle'.
  • Using 'loop' in a context that requires a specific type of loop, like a loop hole.

Compare Loop with Circle, Ring

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Frequently asked questions about Loop

What does Loop mean?

A shape that goes around and comes back to where it started.

What is the definition of Loop?

a shape like a curve or circle made by a line curving right round

How do you use Loop in a sentence?

The engineer fixed the loop in the wiring that was causing the short circuit.

Can you give another example of Loop?

You need to run the program inside a loop so the instructions repeat automatically.

What are synonyms for Loop?

Common alternatives include circle, ring, looping.

What is the opposite of Loop?

Opposite meanings include straight, line.

What words go with Loop?

It commonly pairs with continuous, endless, closed, form, make, in a/​the loop, through a/​the loop, continuous, endless, closed, form, make, in a/​the loop, through a/​the loop, continuous, endless, closed, form, make, in a/​the loop, through a/​the loop, continuous, endless, closed, form, make, in a/​the loop, through a/​the loop, continuous, endless, closed, form, make, in a/​the loop, through a/​the loop.

What are common mistakes when using Loop?

Confused with 'loop' as a verb and a noun. Mixing up 'loop' with 'circle'. Using 'loop' in a context that requires a specific type of loop, like a loop hole.

How do you pronounce Loop?

US: /["/luːp/"]/, UK: /["/luːp/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Loop?

Used in contexts like programming, cycling, or storytelling. Not appropriate for formal writing without clarification.

What CEFR level is Loop?

"Loop" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.