The phrase "bread loaf" refers to a type of food that is made by baking a shaped mass of dough. It typically has a long shape with a rounded top and is often sliced to be used for sandwiches or as a side with meals. Full definition
Using warm oven at a tightly controlled (oven rack thermometer) 125 degree temp allowed the dough to rise within 1/2 inch of top of bread loaf pan in 40 minutes. (allergyfreealaska.com)
Cut bread loaf into serving sizes (about 24 pieces, if you're making them the size as seen in the photo above). (mrsjanuary.com)