English word origin

Etymology of La

From LA

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Source etymology 1

Original entry ↗

noun

Alternative form of LA.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

From LA

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Source etymology 2

Original entry ↗

noun

Abbreviation of lane (in street addresses).

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

From la., from lane

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