Also louff, lough. [a. Arab. lūf (see LOOFAH).] = LOOFAH.
1865. Pall Mall Gaz., 4 Aug., 3/2. A good rough Baden-Baden towel, or the Lough used in the Turkish bath.
1870. Treas. Bot., Louff. Luffa ægyptiaca.
1897. Webster, Loof.
