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Definition loaf in American English

loaf noun

[countable] noun
/loʊf/
1

bread in a long, round, or square shape that you cut into slices (=thin flat pieces) for eating

Example

a loaf of bread

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2

you should be thankful for having at least something, because it is better than having nothing

Example

I know you expected a well-paid job, but at least you have a job - half a loaf is better than no bread.

Definition loaf in American English