Pieces of gold, coined in 1619, with the king's head laureated; hence the name. … [Read more...] about LAURELS
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LAW AND ORDER
The control and suppression of violence and wrongdoing through the implementation of strict laws and vigilant enforcement. Also the name of one of the most well known and longest running television shows concerning the law. … [Read more...] about LAW AND ORDER
LAUS DEO
Lat. Praise be to God. An old heading to bills of exchange. … [Read more...] about LAUS DEO
LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS
Term usually used to mean police officers, sheriffs and those responsible for keeping the peace and ensuring order. … [Read more...] about LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS
LAVATORIUM
A laundry or place to wash in; a place in the porch or entrance of cathedral churches, where the priest and other officiating ministers were obliged to wash their hands before they proceeded to divine service. … [Read more...] about LAVATORIUM