Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun In mining, lagging or longitudinal timber resting on caps to support the roof of a working.
  • noun Upper part; ceiling.

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  • noun obsolete An upper part; ceiling.
  • noun mining Lagging or longitudinal timber resting on caps to support the roof of a working.
  • verb Present participle of loft.

Etymologies

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From loft +‎ -ing.

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From loft.

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