noun
laurels
Laurels (noun) means Honors or recognition earned for achievement. Example: “The team basked in their laurels after winning the championship.”
noun
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Honors or recognition earned for achievement.
"The team basked in their laurels after winning the championship."
How to use laurels
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishPraise, awards, or fame earned through success.
Common pairings
rest on one's laurels
earn laurels
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Etymology
Plural of laurel, referencing the ancient Greek practice of crowning victors with laurel branches.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “laurels” mean?
The word “laurels” means honors or recognition earned for achievement. In plain terms, praise, awards, or fame earned through success.
How do you use “laurels” in a sentence?
Here is “laurels” used in a sentence: “The team basked in their laurels after winning the championship.”
What part of speech is “laurels”?
“Laurels” is a noun.
Where does the word “laurels” come from?
The word “laurels” comes from Ancient Greek. Plural of laurel, referencing the ancient Greek practice of crowning victors with laurel branches.
