an incorrigible loafer who never accomplished anything
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In videos shared on Instagram by The Cut and Willy Chavarria, Clarkson wore a blue jacket with a white unbuttoned shirt that showed off his tattoos and pink plaid shorts with loafers and high socks.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026 Every Other Thursday have come together to deliver a soft leather loafer for summer.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
25 June 2026 From loafers and white sneakers to colorful accents and statement blazers, these outfit formulas prove workwear doesn't have to feel boring—or uncomfortable.—
Julia Guerra,
InStyle,
24 June 2026 These loafers are available in women’s sizes 5 to 13, including wide sizes.—
Rebecca Shinners,
Travel + Leisure,
23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for loafer
Word History
Etymology
perhaps short for landloafer, from German Landläufer tramp, from Land + Läufer runner