an incorrigible loafer who never accomplished anything
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The shoes in the capsule collection were designed as statement pieces, while the brand currently focuses on footwear considered a wardrobe staple, such as loafers, flats and leather sneakers in muted, neutral colors.—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026 Similar to a comfortable pair of loafers or a warm winter jacket, flattering, high-quality jeans are worth investing in, like this option from Pistola.—Melony Forcier, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026 Fashion and techno music are the chief interests of the surviving members, one of whom dreams of Bottega Veneta loafers floating in the sky.—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 14 Feb. 2026 Keep your styling feeling fresh by breaking up the look with fuzzy cashmere scarves, rich leather loafers, or slick acetate sunglasses.—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 14 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for loafer
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Etymology
perhaps short for landloafer, from German Landläufer tramp, from Land + Läufer runner