loaf

Meanings

• noun

  A type of baked food made from dough, typically in the shape of a long, oblong loaf.

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Synonyms

bonce , noddle , nut , idle , laze , lounge

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with loaf
dove , glove , love

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Homophones

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1. loaf (en) : To travel at a leisurely pace
   

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Variants

List of all variants of loaf that leads to same result
loaf , loafs , loaves , loafed , loafing , meat loaf , sugar-loaf , sugarloaf , sugarloafs , sugarloaves

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Etymology

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Old English hlaf 'loaf, bread'. Related to hlaford 'lord, chief'.

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Trivia

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1. A loaf of bread is often used as a metaphor for something that is the main source of sustenance or support.

2. The world record for the largest loaf of bread is over 10,000 pounds.

3. The phrase 'a penny for your thoughts' originated from the custom of giving a loaf of bread to a person in exchange for their advice.

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Related Concepts

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1. Bread: A staple food made from a dough of flour and water, usually leavened and baked as a flat or rounded loaf.

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Culture

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In many cultures, the loaf of bread is a symbol of nourishment and sustenance. For example, in ancient Egypt, bread was considered a sacred food and was offered to the gods. In Europe during the Middle Ages, the breaking of the loaf at the table was a sign of unity and fellowship.

How to Memorize "loaf"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a long, oblong shape, like a loaf of bread. Visualize the texture and color of the crust and the soft, white interior.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'loaf' with the idea of a long, sustaining food. Think of a loaf of bread on a kitchen counter.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Lots Of Amazing Food' to remember the word 'loaf'. L-O-A-F stands for Loaf Of Amazing Food.

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