PoliticsAugust 28, 2026
powerloom
POW-er-loom
Definition
A mechanical loom powered by a line shaft or motor, used for weaving cloth on a large industrial or semi-industrial scale.
Etymology
The word combines the Middle English 'power' (ability or force) and 'loom' (an apparatus for weaving). It emerged in the early 19th century to describe the transition from hand-operated looms to machine-driven weaving during the Industrial Revolution.
In the news
Representatives of the powerloom sector were among the weaving organizations that legally challenged the government's uniform procurement tender. Their involvement highlights the industrial dispute surrounding how government-mandated uniforms are produced.
MP Government to Give Uniform Aid Directly to 55 Lakh Students
Read the full article ↗Daily Pioneer