Lorette
A French feminine diminutive form of Laurette or Laura, derived from the Latin laurus meaning laurel, symbolising honour and victory.
Meaning and origin
Lorette emerged as a variant of Laurette in French usage, incorporating the common -ette diminutive suffix.
How to pronounce Lorette
| French (France) | lo-RET /lɔ.ˈʁɛt/ |
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