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



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