Lofthead
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Lofthead is a noun meaning (obsolete, rare) An overhead cavity in a cave or mineshaft caused by a fall of roof.
Meaning
(obsolete, rare) An overhead cavity in a cave or mineshaft caused by a fall of roof.
Example Sentences
If a certain vacant space is left above the timbering of a road, it often affords a lodgment for gas, and it is by no means easy to ventilate such a space, or, as it is often called, a "lofthead," in all cases.
Word Forms
- loftheads
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include fogou, foothole, forefield, foc's'le, focsle, foosa.
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