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Definition of loafer

loafer

/ˈloʊ.fɚ/
loaf · er
Plural:loafers
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• noun

1

A casual, slip-on leather shoe with a flat heel and no laces.

Example

"He wore a sharp navy suit paired with polished brown loafers."

2

A person who avoids work and spends their time idly.

Example

"The manager dismissed him as a loafer who contributed nothing to the team's weekly goals."

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• Rhymes for loafer

• Nearby Words

loadout
loads
loaf
loafer
loam
loamy
loan

Word Origin & Etymology

Mid 19th century: from the verb 'loaf' (to spend time idly) + '-er'. The use of the word to describe a slip-on shoe originated in the 1930s, reflecting the shoe's casual, relaxed nature.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Loafer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/loafer
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