weaver

noun

weav·​er ˈwē-vər 

1

: one that weaves especially as an occupation

2

: any of numerous Old World passerine birds (family Ploceidae) that resemble finches and typically construct elaborate nests of interlaced vegetation

Examples of weaver in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

After authorities responded with mass arrests, weavers formed clandestine committees and took secret oaths. —John Cassidy, New Yorker, 14 Apr. 2025

This almost full-day event brought together about 100 guests from across the supply chain, including spinners, weavers, knitters, garment manufacturers, brands and more. —Carved In Blue, Sourcing Journal, 19 Feb. 2025

Using weavers and textiles from the most remote corners of Ireland, and designed with a modern twist, Stable’s popular line of tweed scarves, Aran sweaters, and traditional crios belts cannot be beat for quality and style. —airmail.news, 28 Sep. 2024

Fast-forward eight years, and Paka employs 300 weavers in Cuzco. —Lisa Jhung, Outside Online, 26 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing weaver

• orb weaver
• weaver ant
• weaver's knot

Rhymes for weaver

• cleaver
• fever
• leaver
• achiever
• believer
• deceiver
• perceiver
• receiver
• reliever
• retriever
• transceiver
• unbeliever

Kids Definition

weaver

noun

weav·​er ˈwē-vər 

1

: one that weaves

2

: weaver bird