: the dried leaf of the European laurel (Laurus nobilis) used in cooking
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Discard corn cobs, bay leaf, and thyme sprigs.—Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026 Cumin, thyme, sage, and bay leaf are sometimes included as well.—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026 Place lemons, peppercorns, bay leaf, and cinnamon stick in Mason jar, and enough juice to immerse the lemons.—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026 Add the stock, cheese hunk, bay leaf, thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the black pepper.—Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bay leaf