loaf bread

noun

South Midland and Southern U.S.

1. commercially baked bread; store-bought bread.

Word History and Origins

Origin of loaf bread¹

First recorded in 1550–60

Example Sentences

So the crumbs could theoretically be from some ancient loaf, bread broken at one of the most consequential meals in history.

From Los Angeles Times

Many Sudanese line up for hours to buy a loaf bread or to get fuel for their cars; others have fled abroad.

From New York Times

But let me tell you about these sensors and the incredible amount of technology that went into making an automated, single loaf bread machine.

From The Verge

Most traditional sandwiches are served on loaf bread while most of the deli's originals are served on rolls.

From Seattle Times

But maybe these flaws fit the genre: Some of the best barbecue I’ve ever had was served on slices of white loaf bread, with neither green nor dessert to be seen.

From New York Times