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laver2

Syllabification: (la·ver)
Pronunciation: /ˈlāvər/
Definition of laver

noun

archaic or literary
  • a basin or similar container used for washing oneself.
  • (in biblical use) a large brass bowl for the ritual ablutions of Jewish priests.

Origin:

Middle English: from Old French laveoir, from late Latin lavatorium 'place for washing' (see lavatory)

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