Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for loafing. Search instead for loafin.
Definitions

loafing

[lohf-ing] / ˈloʊf ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
doing nothing useful
Synonyms
Antonyms




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

One of the reasons a steakhouse is such a prime place to order meatloaf is simple: the meat they are loafing is usually excellent.

From Salon • Mar. 11, 2026

Oldman: Despite his appearance, and that we think he’s loafing off, sitting there with his feet on the desk, he was incredibly good at his job at one time.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2023

But after a year and a half of loafing around the Roku home menu, my brain is eager for cultural engagement that requires the participation of my body.

From New York Times • Sep. 17, 2021

There is a seven-stall stable with tack room, a large equipment barn and two loafing barns.

From Washington Post • Sep. 24, 2020

Traveling while loafing, like Whitman had, as she prepared for the real thing.

From "Paper Towns" by John Green




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "loafing" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com