loft

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun American English

n. a large, open apartment on the upper floor of a building, often converted from a factory.

n. a large, open-plan residential space on an upper floor, frequently converted from industrial or commercial premises.

“She lives in a beautiful loft in the city with high ceilings and big windows.”

“The developer converted the Victorian warehouse into luxury lofts, retaining the original brickwork and exposed steel girders.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Theater Formal

n. a raised platform or balcony in a church or hall.

n. a gallery or raised area in a large building, such as a church or concert hall, often housing an organ or choir.

“The choir stood in the organ loft and sang during the wedding ceremony.”

“From the organ loft, the musician had a clear view of the entire nave while remaining hidden from the congregation.”

C2 · Proficiency Uncountable noun Sports Technical

n. the angle of a golf club's face that helps hit the ball high.

n. the angle of the face of a golf club relative to the shaft, which determines the height and distance of a shot.

“He chose a club with more loft to get the ball over the tall trees.”

“The professional golfer adjusted his stance to compensate for the club's high loft, ensuring the ball would clear the sand trap.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Sports

v. to hit, kick, or throw a ball high into the air.

v. to propel a projectile, especially a ball, in a high arc through the air.

Español:elevar

“The player lofted the ball over the goalkeeper's head to score a goal.”

“The midfielder lofted a precise pass toward the striker, bypassing the entire defensive line with a single high-arcing kick.”