loop
//luːp//
Noun
A curved or circular shape formed by a line, string, or similar material that bends around and crosses itself or joins at the ends.
She tied the ribbon into a loop.
A sequence of instructions in a computer program that repeats continuously until a specified condition is met.
The program uses a loop to check the user's input.
A length of tape, film, or similar material that is joined at the ends to allow continuous repetition.
The museum played a short film on a loop.
Verb
To form something into a loop or loops; to bend or curve around.
She looped the ribbon around the gift box.
To move in a circular or curved path, especially to fly in a loop.
The plane looped through the sky during the air show.
To fasten or connect with a loop.
She looped the rope around the post to secure the boat.