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loaf

[lohf]

loaf Definition

  • 1a quantity of bread that is shaped and baked in one piece and usually sliced before being eaten
  • 2a block of meat, cheese, or other food that has been cut or prepared into a specific shape

Using loaf: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "loaf" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I bought a loaf of bread from the bakery.

  • Example

    He sliced a loaf of ham for sandwiches.

  • Example

    She made a meatloaf for dinner.

loaf Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for loaf

Phrases with loaf

  • getting something is better than getting nothing at all

    Example

    I didn't get the job I wanted, but I got another one. Half a loaf is better than none.

  • to spend time doing nothing in particular

    Example

    I'm just going to loaf around the house today.

  • the span of one's life

    Example

    He spent his loaf of life traveling the world and experiencing new things.

Origins of loaf

from Old English 'hlaf'

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Summary: loaf in Brief

The term 'loaf' [lohf] refers to a single piece of bread that is sliced before being eaten, or a block of meat, cheese, or other food that has been cut or prepared into a specific shape. It extends into phrases like 'half a loaf is better than none,' meaning getting something is better than getting nothing, and 'loaf around,' which means to spend time doing nothing in particular.

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