LAURA
Etymology
Noun
laura (plural lauras or laurae)
(historical, Roman Catholic Church) A number of hermitages or cells in the same neighborhood occupied by anchorites who were under the same superior
(historical, Eastern Orthodox Church) A cluster of cells or caves for hermits, with a church and sometimes a refectory at the centre.
Anagrams
• aural
Etymology
Proper noun
Laura
A female given name from Latin.
Usage notes
• Also used as a feminine equivalent of Laurence.
Anagrams
• aural
Source: Wiktionary
Lau"ra, n. Etym: [LL., fr. Gr. ( (R. C. Ch.)
Definition: A number of hermitages or cells in the same neighborhood
occupied by anchorites who were under the same superior. C. Kingsley.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition