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Festoon: meaning, definitions and examples

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festoon

 

[ fษ›sหˆtuหn ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

decorative usage

To festoon means to adorn with a chain or garland of flowers, leaves, or ribbons. It often implies decoration that is hung or draped in a celebratory manner.

Synonyms

adorn, decorate, ornament

Examples of usage

  • They festooned the hall with colorful banners for the party.
  • The garden was festooned with blooming flowers during the spring festival.
  • The streets were festooned with lights for the holiday celebrations.
Context #2 | Noun

decorative object

A festoon is a decorative chain or strip hanging in a curve between two points, often made of flowers, leaves, or fabric. It is commonly used for festive occasions and celebrations.

Synonyms

chain, garland, ornament

Examples of usage

  • The bride's bouquet was beautifully festooned with ribbons.
  • They used a festoon of lights to brighten up the outdoor event.
  • The festoon of flowers was the highlight of the wedding decorations.

Translations

Translations of the word "festoon" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น guirlanda

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเฅ‡เคธเฅเคŸเฅ‚เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Girlande

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ garland

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณั–ั€ะปัะฝะดะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ girlanda

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚งใ‚นใƒˆใƒผใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท guirlande

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ guirnalda

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sรผsleme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์žฅ์‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฒูŠู†ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ girlanda

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ girlanda

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่Šฑ็Žฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ girlanda

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ girlanda

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณั–ั€ะปัะฝะดะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒ˜แƒ แƒšแƒแƒœแƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gรผl dษ™stษ™si

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ guirnalda

Word origin

The word 'festoon' has its origins in the late 17th century, deriving from the French 'feston', which in turn comes from the Italian 'festone'. The Italian term is related to the word 'festa' meaning 'feast' or 'festivity', highlighting its association with celebrations. Originally, 'festoon' referred specifically to festive decorations used in social events. The usage of the word has expanded over time, and today it encompasses a broader range of decorative applications in various contexts, from event planning to art and design.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,680 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.