decoration

[ dek-uh-rey-shuhn ]

noun

1. something used for decorating; adornment; embellishment:

   The gymnasium was adorned with posters and crepe-paper decorations for the dance.

2. the act of decorating.
3. interior decoration.
4. a badge, medal, etc., conferred and worn as a mark of honor:

   a decoration for bravery.

decoration

/ ˌdɛkəˈreɪʃən /

noun

1. an addition that renders something more attractive or ornate; adornment
2. the act, process, or art of decorating
3. a medal, badge, etc, conferred as a mark of honour

Other Words From

• nondec·o·ration noun
• over·deco·ration noun
• redec·o·ration noun
• super·deco·ration noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of decoration¹

First recorded in 1575–85; from Late Latin decorātiōn- (stem of decorātiō ) “an ornament”; decorate, -ion

Example Sentences

HuntingCrossbows replied to our query about the legality of the weapon it sold us and other knives for sale on its website by saying "these are cosplay or display knives for decoration use only".

From BBC

This time of year, he said, there are several nighttime excursions to admire holiday decorations.

From Los Angeles Times

Consumers will spend an average of $103 on the holiday, the survey found, totaling around $3.8 billion on costumes, an equal amount on decorations and slightly less on candy.

From Los Angeles Times

Do keep exits clear of decorations so nothing is blocking the escape route in the event of an emergency.

From Los Angeles Times

Despite being harvested until December, for many, Halloween will mark the end of pumpkin season with the decorations unceremoniously binned.

From Salon

Related Words

• color
• design
• finery
• ornament
• plaque
• ribbon
• trinket
• wreath