loafer

noun

loaf·​er ˈlō-fər 

1

: one that loafs : idler

2

: a low step-in shoe

Synonyms of loafer

• slug
• drone
• bum
• snail
• idler
• slouch
• sluggard
• layabout
• deadbeat
• lazybones

Examples of loafer in a Sentence

an incorrigible loafer who never accomplished anything

Recent Examples on the Web

Classic loafers and chunky socks lean into the slightly offbeat charm. — Christina Holevas, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026

Gavras, meanwhile, wore a white suit beneath a long black coat for Friday’s gala, finishing his outfit with black leather loafers featuring metal hardware. — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 10 Oct. 2026

When that’s the case, shop the trending styles below, including my go-to burgundy loafers. — Abby Moore, InStyle, 8 Oct. 2026

Andres Assous' recent collaboration with the stunning Bri Tiesi features several pairs of covetable stiletto boots (knee-high and ankle), fierce ankle strap pumps, sophisticated loafers and more. — ABC News, 8 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

perhaps short for landloafer, from German Landläufer tramp, from Land + Läufer runner

First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing loafer

• penny loafer

Rhymes for loafer

• gopher

Kids Definition

loafer

noun

loaf·​er ˈlō-fər 

1

: a person who loafs

2

: a low shoe with no laces