Definitions:

1. A mechanical loom that simplifies the weaving of complex patterns, such as brocade, damask, and tapestry. NOUN
   • The invention of the Jacquard loom revolutionized textile manufacturing by making intricate patterns easier to produce.
2. A type of weaving machine invented in the early 19th century that incorporates a programmed punch card system, devised by French inventor Joseph Marie Jacuqard. NOUN
   • The use of Jacquard looms allowed for the creation of textiles that were both visually appealing and functional.

Synonyms:

• automated loom
• pattern-controlled loom
• punched-card loom