laurel /ˈlɒrəl/ star1 TEM8 (laurels)

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  N-VAR（有变体名词） A laurel or a laurel tree is a small evergreen tree with shiny leaves. The leaves are sometimes used to make decorations such as wreaths. 月桂树
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  PHRASE（习语） If someone is resting on their laurels, they appear to be satisfied with the things they have achieved and have stopped putting effort into what they are doing. 不思进取[表不满]

  例：

  The committee's chairman accused NASA of resting on its laurels after making it to the moon.

  委员会主席谴责美国国家航空航天局在登月后便不思进取。