What does LOFTS mean?

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Noun, Verb

Definitions:

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

Verb: propel (a ball or missile) high into the air.

Pronunciations:

US: /lɔfts/

UK: /lɒfts/

Origin and Usage:

The word "lofts" originated from the Middle English word "loft" which means "an upper chamber". It has been used as a noun since the 14th century and as a verb since the 16th century. As a noun, "lofts" refers to a room or space directly under the roof of a house or other building, used for accommodation or storage. As a verb, "lofts" means to propel a ball or missile high into the air, typically with a special club or piece of equipment.

Synonyms:

Noun: attic, garret, upper room, storage space

Verb: launch, throw, heave, toss

Related Words:

aloft, croft, graft, lefts, lifts, softs, tofts, tufts

Example Sentences:

Noun: The artist had a studio in the loft of the building.

Verb: The soccer player lofts the ball over the defenders head.