Meaning & Definition of Loaf in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A shaped mass of baked bread.

  Example Sentence: She bought a fresh loaf of sourdough.

• Definition: To spend time lazily or aimlessly.

  Example Sentence: He loafed around the house all day.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English 'loof' from Old English 'hlaef'

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• loaf around: to spend time doing nothing or being idle
• a loaf of bread: a standard unit of bread, typically round or rectangular in shape

Translations

• Spanish: barra

• French: pain

• German: Laib

• Russian: батон

Related Words

• loafing: The act of spending time idly or lazily.

• loafers: Casual shoes typically worn for comfort.

Slang Meanings of loaf

• Meaning: To relax or do nothing.

  Example Sentence: We just loafed at the beach all day.

• Meaning: To waste time.

  Example Sentence: Stop loafing around and get to work!