"lazy Lawrence" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: lazy Lawrences [plural]
Etymology: Reference to a character in Scottish folklore. Head templates: {{en-noun}} lazy Lawrence (plural lazy Lawrences)
  1. A lazy person. Synonyms: lazy Laurence
    Sense id: en-lazy_Lawrence-en-noun-IG2OJ19- Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries

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