an incorrigible loafer who never accomplished anything
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The boxing boots would appear to be an extension of the brand’s Vela loafer line, which features slim and simplistic takes on the signature dress shoe.—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 26 May 2026 The French vibes of this skirt would look great with a boatneck top and Rothy’s loafers, which get bonus points for being machine washable.—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 25 May 2026 Right now, several Vionic sandals, sneakers, loafers, and ballet flats are marked down by as much as 74 percent.—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026 Kelce wore his usual fit formula: a Valentino Garavani floral print linen shirt with pink tassels, burgundy slacks, and matching tassel loafers.—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 23 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for loafer
Word History
Etymology
perhaps short for landloafer, from German Landläufer tramp, from Land + Läufer runner