decoration

dec-o-ra-tion · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    An object used to make something look more attractive.

  2. 2.

    The process or art of decorating something.

  3. 3.

    The style or manner in which something is decorated.

  4. 4.

    A medal or other award given as an honor.

Forms

plural: decorations

Related words

See also: decorate, decorations, ornament
Synonyms: adornment, embellishment, ornament, trimming

Etymology

From Latin decoratio meaning "an adorning," from decorare "to beautify, adorn," from decus "ornament, grace, beauty."