aloft
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Adv — Up in the air or sky; overhead, in a high place.
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How to use aloft
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Somewhat literary or formal; more common in writing than everyday speech.
Etymology
From Old Norse á lopti, literally "in the sky/loft".
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What does “aloft” mean?
The word “aloft” means up in the air or sky; overhead, in a high place. In plain terms, up high, in the air.
How do you pronounce “aloft”?
“Aloft” is pronounced uh-LOFT (/əˈlɔft/ in IPA).
How do you use “aloft” in a sentence?
Here is “aloft” used in a sentence: “The kite soared aloft in the summer breeze.”
What part of speech is “aloft”?
“Aloft” is an adverb.
Where does the word “aloft” come from?
The word “aloft” comes from Old Norse. From Old Norse á lopti, literally "in the sky/loft".