laurels

We have found lemma(root) word of laurels : laurel.

Definitions


[ˈlɒrəl], (Noun)

Definitions:
- any of a number of shrubs and other plants with dark green glossy leaves

- an aromatic evergreen shrub related to the bay tree, several kinds of which form forests in tropical and warm countries

- the foliage of the bay tree woven into a wreath or crown and worn on the head as an emblem of victory or mark of honour in classical times
(e.g: the bust depicts the president wearing Roman laurels, armour, and a cloak)


Phrases:
- look to one's laurels
- rest on one's laurels

Origin:
Middle English lorer, from Old French lorier, from Provençal laurier, from earlier laur, from Latin laurus


[ˈlɒrəl], (Verb)

Definitions:
- bestow an award or praise on (someone) in recognition of an achievement
(e.g: she will be laurelled alongside politicians, historians, and other actors)


Phrases:
- look to one's laurels
- rest on one's laurels

Origin:
Middle English lorer, from Old French lorier, from Provençal laurier, from earlier laur, from Latin laurus




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