loafer

noun

loaf·​er ˈlō-fər 

1

: one that loafs : idler

2

: a low step-in shoe

Synonyms

• couch potato
• deadbeat
• do-nothing
• drone
• idler
• layabout
• lazybones
• lotus-eater
• slouch
• slug
• slugabed
• sluggard

Examples of loafer in a Sentence

an incorrigible loafer who never accomplished anything

Recent Examples on the Web

If your dad basically lives in cozy slippers 24/7, consider gifting him these Skechers slip-on loafers for Father’s Day. —Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2025

Large blond walnut tables are inspired by desks traditionally used in literary salons and libraries, ideal for the Miu Miu gal, a book and film lover who lives for discussion, analysis and the perfect pair of napa leather loafers. —Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 11 June 2025

For a more classic take, both Blackstock & Weber and Ferragamo offer a wide range of loafers, from sleek penny styles to chunkier lug soles, depending on your taste. —Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025

The Better Sister star kept the rest of the look just as cool with a single chain necklace and an assortment of rings, adding pair of white Chanel loafers to match the season. —Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 30 May 2025

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