Definitions

1. noun

A type of flowering shrub, particularly the genus Laurus, with fragrant leaves used for cooking and in perfumes.

“The chef added a sprig of loraine to the soup for extra flavor.”

2. proper noun

A feminine given name, derived from the French name Lorraine, originating from the region of Lorraine in northeastern France.

“Loraine was a common name among French women in the 19th century.”