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loft

[lɒft]

loft Definition

  • 1a room or space directly under the roof of a house or other building, used for accommodation or storage
  • 2a gallery or upper level in a church, hall, or other building, open to the lower level and often running along it, used for seating, viewing, or storage
  • 3a raised area in a warehouse or factory, used for storing goods

Using loft: Examples

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

  • Example

    The loft was converted into a bedroom.

  • Example

    The church has a beautiful choir loft.

  • Example

    The factory has a large storage loft for excess inventory.

loft Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with loft

  • an apartment that is located in a former industrial or commercial building that has been converted into residential space

    Example

    She lives in a spacious loft apartment in the city.

  • a type of bed in which the mattress is elevated above the floor, leaving space underneath for storage or other purposes

    Example

    The kids love their new loft beds with built-in desks.

  • the process of converting a loft or attic space into a usable room or rooms

    Example

    The family decided to do a loft conversion to add an extra bedroom to their home.

Origins of loft

from Old English 'loft', meaning 'air, sky, upper room'

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Summary: loft in Brief

A 'loft' [lɒft] is a room or space directly under the roof of a building, often used for accommodation or storage. It can also refer to a gallery or upper level in a church or hall, or a raised area in a warehouse or factory. Phrases like 'loft apartment,' 'loft bed,' and 'loft conversion' are common in modern usage.