weave

B2 · Upper Intermediate

v. to move along by turning and twisting to avoid things in your way.

v. to move in a winding or zigzag fashion, typically to navigate through obstacles or traffic.

“The cyclist had to weave through the heavy traffic to get to work on time.”

“The taxi driver managed to weave expertly through the narrow backstreets, avoiding the gridlock on the main boulevard.”

C1 · Advanced Literary

v. to put different pieces of information or ideas together to make a complex story.

v. to combine various elements, such as plot points or themes, into a complex and unified whole.

“The author managed to weave several different mysteries into one exciting book.”

“The novelist skillfully weaves historical facts with fictional characters to create a vivid portrait of nineteenth-century London.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. the particular way that threads are crossed in a piece of cloth.

n. the specific pattern or method of interlacing threads in a fabric.

“The jacket has a very tight weave that makes it waterproof.”

“The designer chose a loose, breathable weave for the summer collection to ensure maximum comfort in humid climates.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Informal

n. artificial or real hair that is attached to a person's natural hair to make it look longer or thicker.

n. a hairpiece or extensions integrated into a person's natural hair to alter its length, volume, or appearance.

“She decided to get a weave before the wedding to add some volume to her hair.”

“The stylist spent several hours carefully applying the weave to ensure it blended seamlessly with the client's natural texture.”