bay tree

• Arbre ou arbuste à feuilles persistantes de la famille des lauracées, aux feuilles aromatiques utilisées comme condiment culinaire, également connu sous le nom de Laurus nobilis.

An evergreen tree or shrub of the laurel family, with aromatic leaves used as a culinary herb, also known as Laurus nobilis.

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   An aromatic evergreen tree or shrub of the laurel family, with dark green glossy leaves used as a culinary herb.

   Laurier-sauce

   • The bay tree in the garden provides shade and fragrant leaves.
   • She planted a bay tree near the kitchen window for easy access.
   • Bay leaves from the bay tree are often used in soups and stews.