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单词 decorations
释义

decoration

noun

dec·​o·​ra·​tion ˌde-kə-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce decoration (audio)
1
: the act or process of decorating
2
: something that adorns, enriches, or beautifies : ornament
3
: a badge of honor (such as a U.S. military award)

Synonyms

  • adornment
  • beautifier
  • caparison
  • doodad
  • embellisher
  • embellishment
  • frill
  • garnish
  • garnishment
  • garniture
  • ornament
  • ornamentation
  • setoff
  • trim
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Example Sentences

The vase has a fancy decoration on one side. a plain sweater knit without decoration He's a genius at home decoration. a unique style of decoration He received a decoration from the President.
Recent Examples on the Web Plus, the monster doubles as a winning Halloween decoration. Leigh Crandall, Country Living, 1 Sep. 2022 These shelves now serve primarily as decoration or reference or as a lending library for guests. Nora Krug, Washington Post, 28 July 2022 Hung casually under an arbor or in between patio walls, twinkle lights are more for decoration and help set the mood for a fun, relaxing night under the stars. Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Aug. 2022 Jenkins noted the lighthouse gets decorated for the holidays, while its single bulb automatically switches on at sunset, though that’s strictly for decoration. René A. Guzman, San Antonio Express-News, 7 July 2022 Wrap colorful twine below each point for decoration, leaving extra at the top point to tie on a chair back. Charlyne Mattox, Country Living, 6 June 2022 So, Marsh and set decoration buyer Rachel Srigley were tasked with transforming it back into Best Quality Vacuum, a process that took three months. Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 3 Aug. 2022 Pur Magnolia is for men and women and comes in a long bottle with a white top and lavender decoration at the base of the top. Allyson Portee, Forbes, 2 Aug. 2022 The more outlandish designs include everything from a space whose primary decoration is an eroding Roman sculpture, designed by Arsham. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 28 July 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1585, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

decoration

noun

dec·​o·​ra·​tion ˌde-kə-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce decoration (audio)
1
: the act of adding things to improve the appearance of something
2
: something that adds beauty
3
: a badge of honor

decorations

noun

plural of decoration
1
as in ornaments
something that decorates or beautifies traditionally the family puts lots of decorations on and around the Christmas tree

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • ornaments
  • ornamentations
  • adornments
  • trims
  • embellishments
  • garnishes
  • garnitures
  • furnishings
  • caparisons
  • beautifiers
  • doodads
  • garnishments
  • embroideries
  • glitters
  • frills
  • embellishers
  • setoffs
  • fineries
  • frostings
  • figures
  • apparels
  • fripperies
  • filigrees
  • designs
  • improvements
  • enhancements
  • appliqués
  • bells and whistles
  • furbelows
  • flourishes
  • enrichments
  • ruffles
  • flounces
  • trappings
  • bric-a-brac
  • patterns
  • chichis
  • embossments
  • frou-frous
  • regalia
  • emblazonries
  • gilts
  • foofaraws
  • froufrous
  • blazonries
  • fal-lals
  • fancyworks
  • bedizenments

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • scars
  • spots
  • blemishes
  • stains
  • defacements
  • disfigurements
  • blots
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2
as in awards
something given in recognition of achievement an army veteran proudly wearing his old military decorations

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • awards
  • prizes
  • trophies
  • accolades
  • honors
  • medals
  • premiums
  • distinctions
  • plumes
  • ribbons
  • blue ribbons
  • badges
  • plates
  • kudos
  • plaques
  • cups
  • crowns
  • tributes
  • laurels
  • eulogies
  • commendations
  • panegyrics
  • encomiums
  • applauses
  • compliments
  • orders
  • plaudits
  • citations
  • paeans
  • homages
  • hallelujahs
  • bravoes
  • honorable mentions
  • encomia
  • bravos
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