loafer
a person who loafs; lazy person; idler.
Origin of loafer
1Other words from loafer
- loaf·er·ish, adjective
Words Nearby loafer
Other definitions for Loafer (2 of 2)
a brand name for a moccasinlike slip-on shoe.
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How to use loafer in a sentence
At the same time, he insisted that his daughters told him he was “so going to get hit” because he was still wearing “tasseled loafers” with his undercover uniform.
Matt Schlapp Claims He and Laura Ingraham Went ‘Undercover’ at BLM Protest | Justin Baragona | August 5, 2022 | The Daily BeastYou can dress it up with a boot, dress it down with loafers or sneakers.
Ayesha Curry’s Holiday Collab With JustFab Is The Collection Every Mom Will Want In Her Closet | Blake Newby | December 8, 2021 | Essence.comThe message was that if they were lucky enough to get a foot in the door, they should make sure it was covered in a relatable flat or loafer.
Nikole Hannah-Jones hasn’t started teaching at Howard yet. But already, she’s imparting lessons. | Theresa Vargas | July 7, 2021 | Washington PostIt allows me to feel cozy without looking like a full-time loafer.
Kari Traa’s Røthe Long Hoodie Is Better Than a Robe | Kelly Bastone | April 4, 2021 | Outside OnlineI am still a loafer; Jim is a most estimable member of the gentlest society; and this is how it all came about.
The Chequers | James Runciman
He was unhurt, but he moved with shuffling steps, much like a tavern-loafer soggy from rum.
A Virginia Scout | Hugh Pendexter"Some lazy loafer reading a penny dreadful," I thought, glancing at him, then at the title of his book.
In Search of the Unknown | Robert W. ChambersDown here with a lump of rabbit's brains, you abominable little loafer.
Sinister Street, vol. 1 | Compton MackenzieBut how could he get work—he, a mere street loafer, and as lonely in London as if it had been a desert.
The Life of Thomas Wanless, Peasant | Alexander Johnstone Wilson
British Dictionary definitions for loafer
/ (ˈləʊfə) /
a person who avoids work; idler
a moccasin-like shoe for casual wear
Origin of loafer
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