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Loft: meaning, definitions and examples

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loft

 

[ lษ’ft ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

living space

A room or space directly under the roof of a house or other building, typically used for accommodation or storage.

Synonyms

attic, garret, upper room

Examples of usage

  • The loft has been converted into a cozy bedroom.
  • We store our seasonal decorations in the loft.
Context #2 | Noun

entertainment

A gallery or upper level in a theater, church, or other public building.

Synonyms

balcony, gallery, mezzanine

Examples of usage

  • The VIP section is located in the loft of the club.
  • She watched the concert from the loft.
Context #3 | Verb

increase

To increase the level of something, especially prices, beyond what is justified.

Synonyms

boost, elevate, raise

Examples of usage

  • The landlord decided to loft the rent by 20%.
  • The company lofted the price of their products.

Translations

Translations of the word "loft" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sรณtรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคšเคพเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Dachboden

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ loteng

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะพั€ะธั‰ะต

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ strych

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒญใƒ•ใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท grenier

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ รกtico

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงatฤฑ katฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‹ค๋ฝ๋ฐฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนู„ูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pลฏda

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ povala

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้˜ๆฅผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ podstreลกje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hรกaloft

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะฐั‚ั‹ั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒฎแƒ•แƒ”แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รงardaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ รกtico

Etymology

The word 'loft' originated from Middle English, specifically from the Old English word 'loft' meaning 'air, sky, upper room, ceiling'. It has been in use since the 13th century to refer to a space under the roof of a building. Over time, the term expanded to include various meanings related to living spaces, entertainment venues, and even as a verb to indicate an increase in something. The evolution of 'loft' showcases its versatility and adaptability in the English language.

See also: loftily, lofty.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,154, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.