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10 Language-to-English DictionariesLoafers
/ˈloʊ.fərz/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A type of shoe that is typically slip-on and characterized by a low heel and a moccasin-like design.
"He wore a pair of brown loafers to the office, which complemented his business casual attire." - 2
Casual shoes that are often made of leather or suede and are suitable for both formal and informal occasions.
"Loafers are a versatile choice for summer outings, pairing well with shorts or chinos."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'loafers' originates from the early 20th century, derived from the verb 'loaf', meaning to spend time idly. The shoe style was designed for comfort and ease, allowing wearers to slip them on without laces, reflecting a more casual approach to footwear.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Loafers" is said worldwide
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mocassins
Transliteration: mocassins
"Il a porté des mocassins pour la réunion."
Loafer
Transliteration: Loafer
"Er trug Loafer zu seinem Anzug."
mocassini
Transliteration: mocassini
"Ha indossato dei mocassini eleganti per la cena."
mocasines
Transliteration: mocasines
"Llevaba unos mocasines cómodos para la fiesta."
mocassins
Transliteration: mocassins
"Ele usou mocassins para o evento."
लोफर
Transliteration: lofar
"उसने पार्टी के लिए लोफर पहने।"
乐福鞋
Transliteration: lè fú xié
"他穿了一双乐福鞋去上班。"
로퍼
Transliteration: ropeo
"그는 회의에 로퍼를 신고 갔다."
ローファー
Transliteration: rōfā
"彼はローファーを履いて会議に出席した。"
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