lofting

noun — 3 senses

lofting

noun

Etymology From loft + -ing.

1

Business, Mining Lagging or longitudinal timber resting on caps to support the roof of a working.

2

A drafting technique whereby curved lines are generated to be used in plans for streamlined objects such as aircraft and boats.

3

Obsolete An upper part; ceiling.

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