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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Synonym of true laurel, to distinguish it from related species.
2. 2
   shrub or small tree having rather small fragrant white flowers; abundant in southeastern United States wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

laurellaurelslaurusmagnolia virginianaswamp bayswamp laurel

Etymology

From sweet + bay ("berry").