Meaning of the word loft in English

What does loft mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

loft

US /lɑːft/
UK /lɒft/
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Noun

1.

a room or space directly under the roof of a house or other building, typically used for storage or converted into an attic apartment

Example:
We store old furniture in the loft.
They converted the loft into a cozy bedroom.
2.

a large, open plan apartment in a converted industrial or commercial building

Example:
She lives in a spacious artist's loft downtown.
The old factory was converted into luxury lofts.

Verb

to hit, kick, or throw (a ball or other object) high into the air

Example:
He managed to loft the ball over the defender's head.
The golfer had to loft the shot to clear the trees.