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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It was his wife who was the—— She isn't here: and I don't think he wants her. laura.
From Possession A Peep-Show in Paradise by Housman, Laurence
On Sundays, I still go to hear Mr. Moore. laura.
From Possession A Peep-Show in Paradise by Housman, Laurence
You mustn't try to touch her, or she goes. laura.
From Possession A Peep-Show in Paradise by Housman, Laurence
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
We live where it suits us, Laura. 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 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, whose children are also going into Year 7, said she found it helpful to get trousers she had not bought from the school's official supplier checked.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
Laura Mora and Carlos Moreno direct the show’s last eight episodes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 2, 2026
Laura Friendly leaned her head on her palm, probably bored.
From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty
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