loafers
word · lemma: loafer
Definition
Loafers are a type of shoe that is easy to slip on and off, usually made of leather or suede, without laces or buckles. They are often worn as casual or semi-formal footwear.
Usage & Nuances
"Loafers" are always plural in reference to the shoes, and the word is most common in American English. Collocates with men's/women's, leather, suede, casual, or dress. Not the same as "slippers" (indoor) or "moccasins" (can be a softer, traditional shoe).
Spanish: mocasinesPortuguese (BR): mocassinsPortuguese (PT): loafers - mocassinsChinese (Simplified): 乐福鞋Chinese (Traditional): 樂福鞋Hindi: लोफर्स (स्लिप-ऑन जूते)Arabic: أحذية لوفرBengali: লোফার (জুতা)Russian: лоферыJapanese: ローファーVietnamese: giày lườiKorean: 로퍼Turkish: loafer ayakkabı - makosen (modern) - mokasen (modern)Urdu: لوفرز (جوتے)Indonesian: sepatu loafer - loafer
Example Sentences
These black loafers go with almost any outfit.
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You don't need to tie loafers.
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He slipped on his loafers and went outside to get the mail.
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My loafers are very comfortable.
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He bought new loafers for work.
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If you want something easy to wear, try loafers instead of boots.
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