Laurel

/'lɔrəl/
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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A type of aromatic evergreen tree or shrub: "laurel" refers to any of various trees or shrubs of the genus Laurus, especially the bay laurel (Laurus nobilis), whose leaves are used as a culinary herb.
    • A wreath made from the leaves of the bay laurel: In classical antiquity, a crown or wreath of laurel leaves was worn on the head as a symbol of victory, honor, or poetic achievement.
    • Honor or glory, especially for an achievement: By extension, "laurels" (in plural form) signifies honor, distinction, or acclaim gained from a significant success.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun (Plant):
    • The recipe calls for a sprig of fresh laurel.
    • Laurel trees are common in Mediterranean climates.
  • Noun (Symbol of Victory):
    • The Roman general was crowned with a laurel after his triumph.
    • The poet's statue is depicted wearing a laurel wreath.
  • Noun (Honor/Acclaim):
    • The scientist added another laurel to her already distinguished career.
    • He went to the university to win his academic laurels.
Advanced Usage
  • "to look to one's laurels": to be vigilant in protecting one's reputation or record from competitors.
    • The champion must look to his laurels, as several young contenders are rising fast.
  • "to rest on one's laurels": to be satisfied with one's past achievements and stop trying to achieve new things.
    • After winning the award, she didn't rest on her laurels but began working on an even more ambitious project.
Variants and Related Words
  • Bay laurel (n): Another name for the tree, the source of bay leaves used in cooking.
  • Laureate (n): A person who is honored with an award for outstanding creative or intellectual achievement (e.g., a Nobel laureate, Poet Laureate).
  • Laurel wreath (n): A circular crown made from laurel leaves and branches, symbolizing victory or merit.
Synonyms
  • Bay: (when referring specifically to the plant or its leaves).
  • Honor: (when referring to the figurative meaning of acclaim).
  • Glory: (when referring to the figurative meaning of renown).
Idioms Related
  • "Win/Gain/Reap laurels": to earn praise or glory through one's achievements.
    • The young athlete won her first laurels at the national championship.
Noun
  1. (antiquity) a wreath of laurel foliage worn on the head as an emblem of victory
  2. United States slapstick comedian (born in England) who played the scatterbrained and often tearful member of the Laurel and Hardy duo who made many films (1890-1965)
  3. any of various aromatic trees of the laurel family

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