an incorrigible loafer who never accomplished anything
Recent Examples on the WebThese lookalikes start at just $129 and will fit in with the rest of your capsule wardrobe; throw on a white T-shirt, a pair of jeans, and slim loafers to look like an off-duty model.—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 26 Sep. 2024 To dress up your top, add an A-line skirt with a pair of sheer tights, Mary Jane shoes, and a light jacket over it.
Cardigans
A cardigan over a graphic T-shirt with a pair of jeans and chunky loafers is the fall uniform.—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 19 Sep. 2024 Then level up your workwear with these polished lug-sole loafers, a classic button-down from Tommy Hilfiger, and a super chic and versatile Radley London leather bag.—Nina Derwin, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2024 Brittany finished out the look with Chanel loafers, ankle socks and a Chanel logo necklace, plus hexagonal sunglasses to compliment her upswept hair.—Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 15 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for loafer
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Word History
Etymology
perhaps short for landloafer, from German Landläufer tramp, from Land + Läufer runner
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