'laurels' definitions:

Definition of 'laurels'

(from WordNet)
noun
A tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an award for bravery" [syn: award, accolade, honor, honour, laurels]
noun
The state of being honored [syn: honor, honour, laurels] [ant: dishonor, dishonour]

Definition of 'laurels'

From: GCIDE
  • laurels \lau"rels\, n. pl. An honor or honors conferred for some notable achievement. [PJC]
  • to rest on one's laurels [fig.] to be content with one's past achievements and not strive to continue to excel; as, he didn't rest on his laurels after receiving the Nobel Prize, but went on to made even more significant discoveries. [PJC]

Synonyms of 'laurels'

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