any of various aromatic trees of the laurel family n
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n a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction n the state of being honored n any of various aromatic trees of the laurel family n United States slapstick comedian (born in England) who played the scatterbrained and often tearful member of the Laurel and Hardy duo who made many films (1890-1965) n (antiquity) a wreath of laurel foliage worn on the head as an emblem of victory