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   decoration

   /ˌdɛkəˈreɪʃn/

   noun

   • 1. the process or art of decorating something: "the lavish decoration of cloth with gilt" Similar ornamenttrinketbaubleknick-knackgimcrackspangledoodahgewgawfolderolfandangletrimmingtinsel
   • ▪ ornamentation: "inside there was little decoration" Similar ornamentationadornmenttrimmingembellishmentgarnishinggildingbeautificationprettificationenhancementsenrichmentsfrillsaccessoriestrimmingsfineryfrippery
   • ▪ paint or wallpaper applied when decorating a room: British "an authority on English furniture and decoration" Similar decorfurnishingfurbishingornamentationlookcolour scheme
   • ▪ a thing that serves as an ornament: "Christmas tree decorations" Similar ornamenttrinketbaubleknick-knackgimcrackspangledoodahgewgawfolderolfandangletrimmingtinsel
   • 2. a medal or award conferred as an honour: "a decoration won on the field of battle" Similar medalawardbadgestarribbonlaurelwreathtrophyprizecoloursinsigniamilitary slang:fruit saladinformal:gong

   Word Origin late Middle English: from late Latin decoratio(n-), from the verb decorare (see decorate).

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › decorationDecoration Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Learn the meaning of decoration as the act or process of decorating, something that adorns or beautifies, or a badge of honor. See synonyms, examples, word history, and related phrases of decoration.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishDECORATION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Learn the meaning of decoration as a noun in English, with synonyms, antonyms, and related words. See how to use decoration in different contexts, such as making something attractive, covering walls, or honoring someone.

4. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › decorationDecoration - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com

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   A decoration is anything used to make something more attractive or festive. If you’re having a Valentine’s Day party, drape your house in red and pink decorations. Decoration is also a type of honor, like a soldier's medal or stripe.

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishDECORATION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Learn the meaning of decoration as an addition, ornament, or medal, and see how to use it in sentences. Find synonyms, pronunciation, and word origin of decoration.

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   Decoration is something used for decorating, adornment, or embellishment. It can also refer to a medal, badge, or honor conferred for achievement. Learn more about the origin, usage, and examples of decoration from Dictionary.com.

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   Decoration definition: something used for decorating; adornment; embellishment. See examples of DECORATION used in a sentence.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishdecoration noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Learn the meaning, pronunciation and usage of the word decoration in English. Find out how to use decoration as a noun to describe something that makes something look more attractive, a pattern that is added to something, a style in which something is decorated, an award or medal, or the act or process of decorating something.

9. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishMeaning of decoration – Learner’s Dictionary - Cambridge ...

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   DECORATION definition: 1. things put on or around something to make it look more attractive, or the use of these things…. Learn more.

10. www.thefreedictionary.com › decorationDecoration - definition of decoration by The Free Dictionary

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    Decoration is the act, process, technique, or art of adding something to make something more attractive or ornate. It can also refer to an emblem of honor, such as a medal or badge. See synonyms, antonyms, and related terms for decoration.

11. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › american_englishdecoration noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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    noun. /ˌdɛkəˈreɪʃn/ [countable, usually plural] a thing that makes something look more attractive on special occasions Christmas decorations a table decoration. Want to learn more?