lofting

See also: Lofting

English

Etymology 1

From loft +‎ -ing.

Noun

lofting (countable and uncountable, plural loftings)

1. (mining) Lagging or longitudinal timber resting on caps to support the roof of a working.
2. (uncountable) 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.

Etymology 2

From loft.

Verb

lofting

1. present participle and gerund of loft

Anagrams

• floting