What is the meaning of Laurel?

Laurus nobilis, an evergreen shrub having aromatic leaves of a lanceolate shape, with clusters of small, yellowish white flowers in their axils.

A crown of laurel.

Any plant of the family Lauraceae.

Any of various plants of other families that resemble laurels.

An English gold coin made in 1619, and so called because the king's head on it was crowned with laurel.

To decorate with laurel, especially with a laurel wreath.

compliment, the act of praising someone

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