laura
noun
a monastery consisting formerly of a group of cells or huts for monks who met together for meals and worship.
laura
1 American
[lahv-r ah, lah-vruh]
/ ˈlɑv rɑ, ˈlɑ vrə /
noun
Greek Orthodox Church.
Laura
2
American
[lawr-uh]
/ ˈlɔr ə /
noun
Etymology
Origin of laura
1720–30; < Medieval Greek laúra ( Greek: lane, passage)
Example Sentences
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Enter Ridolfi, Laura, and Attendants, with lights. laura.
From The Legendary and Poetical Remains of John Roby author of 'Traditions of Lancashire', with a sketch of his literary life and character by Roby, John
There are things you will have to learn. laura.
From Possession A Peep-Show in Paradise by Housman, Laurence
If she makes up her mind to a thing—— laura.
From Possession A Peep-Show in Paradise by Housman, Laurence
When we shared our dear Mother's things between us, didn't Martha have it? laura.
From Possession A Peep-Show in Paradise by Housman, Laurence
Didn't she open the door to you? laura.
From Possession A Peep-Show in Paradise by Housman, Laurence
While it appears the network formed around 2021, the FBI became increasingly aware of the growing threat around 2022 and has seen a sharp rise in cases since then, according to agency spokesperson Laura Eimiller.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 8, 2026
The company has leaned in to eye-catching campaigns, including with Monica Lewinsky and the celebrity divorce lawyer Laura Wasser.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 7, 2026
"The person may be returned all the same, it's just that this procedure requires basic guarantees", said human rights lawyer Laura Maria Medina Ferreras, adding that in her view these must "always" be respected.
From Barron's ● Aug. 6, 2026
Laura Holden, an AI lawyer and founder of the Bonsai AI and legal consultancy, said companies often do not understand how the tools work, which has the potential to cause "significant harm".
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
Laura Friendly looked different from the pictures on the internet—older and tired.
From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty
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