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Loft (noun) means a room or space directly under a roof, often used for storage. Example: “They store the Christmas decorations in the loft.”

noun

A room or space directly under a roof, often used for storage.

"They store the Christmas decorations in the loft."

"We had the loft converted into a spare bedroom."

verb

To hit, kick, or throw something high into the air.

"She lofted the ball over the goalkeeper's head."

How to use loft

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe space under a roof (often for storage or converted living space) — or, as a verb, to send something arcing high through the air.

UK vs US

In British English "loft" is the everyday word for attic; American English tends to say "attic" for the storage space and reserve "loft" for a converted apartment-style space.

Common pairings

loft conversion in the loft loft the ball

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Third person singular: lofts
Past tense: lofted
Comparative: more loft
Superlative: most loft

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Etymology

From Old English loft, related to Old Norse lopt ("upper chamber, attic, sky"), from a root meaning "air" or "sky." A doublet of "lift" and "aloft."

Origin: Old English

Synonyms

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attic garret pigeon loft throw

Related words

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Rhymes for loft

oft soft croft

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Frequently asked questions

What does “loft” mean?

The word “loft” means a room or space directly under a roof, often used for storage. In plain terms, the space under a roof (often for storage or converted living space) — or, as a verb, to send something arcing high through the air.

How do you pronounce “loft”?

“Loft” is pronounced loft (/lɔft/ in IPA).

How do you use “loft” in a sentence?

Here is “loft” used in a sentence: “They store the Christmas decorations in the loft.”

What part of speech is “loft”?

Depending on how it is used, “loft” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “loft” come from?

The word “loft” comes from Old English. From Old English loft, related to Old Norse lopt ("upper chamber, attic, sky"), from a root meaning "air" or "sky." A doublet of "lift" and "aloft.".

Is “loft” a common word?

“Loft” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “loft” have?

“Loft” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a room or space directly under a roof, often used for storage.

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