Synonyms for

Loaf

Noun / ləʊf / Another word for loaf — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a shaped mass of bread baked in one piece

Synonyms & similar words

lurk lounge lollygag loiter lallygag loll bum linger tarry footle bread roll bun baguette ciabatta sourdough croissant panettone focaccia naan pita flatbread matzo toast sandwich sub hoagie

Synonyms by register

Formal

lounge recline idle

Informal

veg out chill bum around hang out

Literary

loll languish

Antonyms

work toil labor exert strive endeavor

Common collocations

  • loaf of bread
  • loaf around
  • loaf of cheese
  • loaf of sugar
  • loaf of cake
  • loaf of meat

Word family

noun loafer
verb loaf

Usage note

The verb 'loaf' primarily means to spend time in idleness or doing nothing. It is often used informally. The noun 'loaf' refers to a shaped mass of bread.

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Example sentences

  1. I bought a loaf of bread from the store.
  2. He made a sandwich with two slices of loaf bread.
  3. She baked a fresh loaf of sourdough bread.
  4. He left a loaf of bread on the kitchen counter overnight and it got stale.
  5. I can smell the aroma of freshly baked loaf bread from the bakery.

Quotes

  • Happiness is like a freshly baked loaf of bread - it needs to be shared to be fully enjoyed. - unknown
  • Bread is the king of the table and all else is merely the court that surrounds the king. The countries are the soup, the meat, the vegetables, the salad, but bread is king. - Louis Bromfield
  • Bread making is a lot like life. You have to be patient and trust the process. - unknown

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