laurel-tree
8.4
A small tree with dark red wood, fragrant leaves, and berries
- noun
- /ˈlɔːrəl triː/
- US
:
laurel
- The carpenter used the beautiful dark red heartwood of the laurel tree to make a stunning table.
Examples
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There was a large laurel tree at their home.
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One day, on my way home... ...a large laurel tree caught my eye.
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In the garden, we have a magnificent laurel tree that provides shade during the summer.
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During our hike, we spotted several small laurel trees growing along the path.
Synonyms
9.9
A small evergreen tree from the southern United States with leaves that smell and dark red wood
is the common nontechnical name for that same tree
8.8
A small tree from the southern United States with reddish wood and aromatic leaves used in cooking
focuses only on the dark red heartwood rather than leaf scent
Surface Forms
laurel-tree singular
laurel-trees plural
Morphology
Etymology
The word laurel-tree comes from the Latin word laurus, meaning 'bay tree'. People once used its shiny, fragrant leaves to make crowns for 'victory', so the name now points to a tree known for its fragrant leaves and prized dark wood.
