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loaf2

Syllabification: (loaf)
Pronunciation: /lōf/
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Definition of loaf

verb

[no object]
  • idle one’s time away, typically by aimless wandering or loitering:don’t let him see you loafing around with your hands in your pockets

Origin:

mid 19th century: probably a back-formation from loafer

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