Definition
Definition of Lawrence - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
first namemale given name from Latin
- Lawrence is a common name in the U.S.
2.
family namesurname originating as a patronymic
- The Lawrence family has a long history.
3.
hydrographyriver in North America
- The Lawrence River is very long.
4.
historyUK british officer who led the Arab revolt during World War IUK
- Lawrence led the Arab revolt against the Turks.
5.
urban geographyUS city in northeastern Kansas on the Kansas RiverUS
- Lawrence is known for its vibrant arts scene.
6.
literatureUK British novelist known for exploring industrial societyUK
- Lawrence wrote 'Sons and Lovers'.
7.
scienceRare US United States physicist who developed the cyclotronRare US
- Lawrence invented the cyclotron in the 1930s.
8.
saintRare Roman martyr roasted to death on a gridironRare
- Saint Lawrence is remembered for his martyrdom.
9.
Supreme Court caseTECH. US 2003 U.S. Supreme Court ruling on privacy rightsTECH. US
- Lawrence changed the legal landscape in the U.S.
Expressions with Lawrence
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major North American waterway connecting Great Lakes to Atlantic Ocean
The Saint Lawrence Seaway facilitates trade between continents.
seaway connecting the Great Lakes with the Atlantic Ocean
The St. Lawrence Seaway is crucial for international shipping.
part of the St. Lawrence River meeting the Atlantic Ocean
The St. Lawrence Estuary is known for its rich marine biodiversity.
Origin of Lawrence
Latin, Laurentius (from Laurentum)
Terms with Lawrence included in their meaning
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saint lawrence area
municipality of Quebec Canada
canada waterway
river in Canada flowing into the St. Lawrence
abr: University of Kansas
public university located in Lawrence, Kansas
geography
person from the Canadian highlands near the St Lawrence
river
pertaining to or near the Saint Lawrence River
acr: Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
place where scientists do research and experiments
acr: Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
research lab in California for science and technology
acr: Sarah Lawrence College
private college in New York known for creative programs
acr: St. Lawrence Estuary
large water area where the St. Lawrence River meets the sea
place
historic capital city on the Saint Lawrence River
New York
town and village in St. Lawrence County, New York, United States
st lawrence valley
municipality in southern Quebec Canada
geography
river in Quebec flowing to the St. Lawrence River
geography
suburbs of Montreal south of the Saint Lawrence River
geography
North American river flowing into the Gulf of Saint Lawrence
river mouth
part of the St. Lawrence River meeting the Atlantic Ocean
Examples of Lawrence in a sentence
Everyone admired Lawrence for his kindness and generosity. Lawrence is a common surname in England. The book was written by a famous author named Lawrence. Lawrence is crucial for regional trade. Many fish species inhabit the Lawrence. Lawrence's strategies were studied in military schools.
The legacy of Lawrence remains influential in Middle Eastern history. Lawrence hosts an annual music festival every summer. The university in Lawrence attracts students from all over the world. Lawrence's novels often delve into human psychology. Critics praised Lawrence for his portrayal of complex characters. Lawrence's cyclotron changed nuclear physics forever. Many scientists were inspired by Lawrence's work. Lawrence is venerated in many churches across Europe. The story of Lawrence's sacrifice is taught in history classes. Lawrence was a landmark decision in privacy law. The implications of Lawrence are still being debated.
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- French:Laurent, Lawrence, ...
- German:Lorenz, Sankt-Lorenz-Strom, ...
- Italian:Lorenzo, Lawrence, ...
- Spanish:Lawrence, río Lawrence, ...
- Portuguese:Lawrence, Rio Lawrence, ...
- Chinese:劳伦斯, 圣劳伦斯河, ...
- Japanese:ローレンス, セントローレンス川, ...
- Arabic:لُورَنْس, لورانس, ...
- Hebrew:לוֹרֶנְס, ...
- Russian:Лоуренс, Река Лоуренс, ...
- Ukrainian:Лоуренс, Річка Лоуренс, ...
- Hindi:लॉरेंस, लॉरेंस नदी, ...
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