'Loof' definitions:

Definition of 'Loof'

From: GCIDE
  • Loof \Loof\, v. i. (Naut.) See Luff. [1913 Webster]

Definition of 'Loof'

From: GCIDE

Definition of 'Loof'

From: GCIDE
  • Loof \Loof\ (l[=oo]f or l[u^]f; 277), n. [See Luff.] [Also written luff.] (Naut.) (a) 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. (b) The part of a ship's side where the planking begins to curve toward bow and stern. [1913 Webster]