Word Meaning

laurel definition and meaning

n. An evergreen shrub, of the genus Laurus (L. nobilis), having aromatic leaves of a lanceolate shape, with clusters of small, yellowish white flowers in their axils; -- called also sweet bay.
n. A crown of laurel; hence, honor; distinction; fame; -- especially in the plural; as, to win laurels.
n. An English gold coin made in 1619, and so called because the king's head on it was crowned with laurel.

Crossword clues for laurel

- Bay tree
- Evergreen tree
- Hardy’s comedy partner
- Hardy’s partner seen in the bay
- Sweet bay
- Wreath foliage