loop

noun

A length of line, thread, ribbon, or other thin material that is curved or doubled over making an opening.

noun

The opening formed by such a doubled line.

noun

Something having a shape, order, or path of motion that is circular or curved over on itself.

noun

A closed circuit.

noun

A sequence of instructions that repeats either a specified number of times or until a particular condition is met.

noun

A loop-shaped intrauterine device.

noun

A flight maneuver in which an aircraft flies a circular path in a vertical plane with the lateral axis of the aircraft remaining horizontal.

noun

A segment of film or magnetic tape whose ends are joined, making a strip that can be continuously replayed.