Laurel

English Meaning

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.

1. A Mediterranean evergreen tree (Laurus nobilis) having aromatic, simple leaves and small blackish berries. Also called bay5, bay laurel, sweet bay.
2. A shrub or tree, such as the mountain laurel, having a similar aroma or leaf shape.
3. A wreath of laurel conferred as a mark of honor in ancient times upon poets, heroes, and victors in athletic contests. Often used in the plural.
4. Honor and glory won for great achievement. Often used in the plural.
5. To crown with laurel.
6. To honor, especially with an award or a prize.
7. rest on (one's) laurels To rely on one's past achievements instead of working to maintain or advance one's status or reputation.