bay leaf

noun

: the dried leaf of the European laurel (Laurus nobilis) used in cooking

Examples of bay leaf in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Stir in the tomato sauce, Worcestershire, hot sauce, bay leaf, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt. — ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026

Add scallions, garlic, seasoning, and bay leaf; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2026

For an aromatic variation, add a few sprigs of rosemary or thyme, a bay leaf, black peppercorns, or crushed red pepper flakes before the pan goes into the oven (see Herby Garlic Confit). — Jeremy Fox, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Aug. 2026

Cook with bay leaves for healthy cholesterol 🌱 Using bay leaves in your cooking might support healthy cholesterol levels, but the type of bay leaf matters. — Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 17 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for bay leaf

• belief
• broadleaf
• debrief
• flyleaf
• khalif
• kharif
• longleaf
• massif
• motif
• relief
• saif
• serif