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)
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I told her you were coming, so I daresay she will look in. laura.
From Possession A Peep-Show in Paradise by Laurence Housman
He didn't ever live here, you know. laura.
From Possession A Peep-Show in Paradise by Laurence Housman
He was not Dean in my day. laura.
From Possession A Peep-Show in Paradise by Laurence Housman
Mamma has not seen him: nor does she know his whereabouts. laura.
From Possession A Peep-Show in Paradise by Laurence Housman
Hannah has lighted a fire in your room. laura.
From Possession A Peep-Show in Paradise by Laurence Housman
Laura Porter, executive director of the US Campaign to End the Death Penalty, said the polling shows the country is "at a pivotal turning point in public opinion on the death penalty."
From Barron's ● Nov. 10, 2026
Laura Sosa, 49, who works at the state-owned aviation company Fadea, said workers there had endured delayed wage payments and periods of reduced activity.
From Barron's ● Nov. 10, 2026
Laura Gallacher, Brand’s wife since 2017 and mother of their three children, testified on the actor’s behalf, describing him as a devoted father.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 9, 2026
Jama landed her biggest presenting role to date as the host of the reality TV show in 2023, taking over from Laura Whitmore.
From BBC ● Nov. 8, 2026
No one thought to prevent the great Laura Keene from entering the box.
From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson
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