Laurence

Definitions

1. A male given name from Latin, feminine equivalent Lauren.
2. Synonym of lowrie.
   obsolete
3. A surname originating as a patronymic.

Equivalents

Examples

“Romeo: Bid her devise / Some means to come⟳ to shrift this afternoon; / And there she shall at Friar Laurence' cell / Be shriv'd and married.”

“"I will do any thing, however impossible, if you will only not call⟳ me Mr Hervey. Why am I not Laurence to you - Miss⟳ Vivian calls me Laurence - I am Laurence to every one but you - let⟳ me hear⟳ you call⟳ me Laurence," in an earnest manner.”

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