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lofting
In sports, this term describes a specific trajectory where an object is sent high into the air to bypass obstacles or cover distance, carrying a connotation of deliberate height rather than raw power. It is frequently used in golf, soccer, and cricket to describe a high, arching shot.
In technical engineering and shipbuilding, the term refers to a precise drafting process. This specialized usage describes the transition from a small-scale design to a full-scale layout, ensuring that the complex curves of a hull or fuselage are mathematically accurate before construction begins.
Meanings
The act of hitting or throwing a ball or object high into the air with a steep upward trajectory.
The golfer's lofting of the ball allowed it to clear the trees easily.
The process of drawing full-scale patterns or templates for the hull of a ship or the fuselage of an aircraft.
The naval architect spent weeks on the lofting of the vessel's lines to ensure precision.