an incorrigible loafer who never accomplished anything
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During an appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show, the actress, 79, wore a loose blouse and loafers with a pair of pinstripe slacks, which added a posh twist to her look.—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026 Glove Pumps After several seasons of loafers, ballet flats and even sneakers dominating the office, the pump is back in full force.—Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 15 May 2026 Wear it with white pants and loafers for the office, or throw it over a swimsuit as an effortless beach cover-up.—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026 At a time when such qualities are more prized (and socially acceptable) than ever, the loafer remains an essential footwear category a century after its creation.—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 20 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for loafer
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Etymology
perhaps short for landloafer, from German Landläufer tramp, from Land + Läufer runner