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On which to get weaving! (4)

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loom

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'weaving' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for loom that I've seen before include "Weaving - apparatus - overhang" , "Appear large and indistinct, to weave?" , "Appear indistinctly, in threatening form" , "Weaving frame - seem ominously close" , "Textile machine for weaving" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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