Definition of Loof

1. n. The spongelike fibers of the fruit of a cucurbitaceous plant (Luffa Ægyptiaca); called also vegetable sponge.

2. n. Formerly, some appurtenance of a vessel which was used in changing her course; -- probably a large paddle put over the lee bow to help bring her head nearer to the wind.

3. v. i. See Luff.

Definition of Loof

1. Noun. (nautical) The after part of the bow of a ship where the sides begin to curve ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Loof

1. the palm of the hand [n -S]

Medical Definition of Loof

1. The spongelike fibres of the fruit of a cucurbitaceous plant (Luffa aegyptiaca). Synonym: vegetable sponge. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Loof

lontar
loo
loo roll
looard
loob
loobier
loobies
loobiest
loobily
looby
looch
looches
looed
looey
looeys
loof (current term)
loofa
loofah
loofahs
loofas
loofful
looffuls
loofs
loogaroo
loogaroos
loogie
loogies
looie
looies
looing

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