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Garlanded: meaning, definitions and examples

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garlanded

 

[ ˈɡɑː.ləndɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

decorative adornment

The term 'garlanded' refers to something that is decorated or adorned with a garland, which is typically a wreath or chain of flowers, leaves, or other materials. This adornment is often used in festive occasions, celebrations, or ceremonial events. In literature and art, 'garlanded' can evoke a sense of beauty, tradition, or festivity. Additionally, it can describe a person who is honored or celebrated, likening them to a figure adorned with garlands.

Synonyms

adorned, arrayed, decorated

Examples of usage

  • The garlanded entrance welcomed guests to the ceremony.
  • She wore a garlanded crown made of fresh flowers.
  • The garlanded statue stood proudly in the center of the park.

Translations

Translations of the word "garlanded" in other languages:

🇵🇹 coroado

🇮🇳 माला पहनाया हुआ

🇩🇪 gekrönt

🇮🇩 dihiasi dengan rangkaian bunga

🇺🇦 вінчаний

🇵🇱 uwieńczony

🇯🇵 花輪で飾られた

🇫🇷 couronné

🇪🇸 coronado

🇹🇷 taçlandırılmış

🇰🇷 화환으로 장식된

🇸🇦 مُكلّل

🇨🇿 věnčený

🇸🇰 venčený

🇨🇳 加冕的

🇸🇮 venčan

🇮🇸 krýndur

🇰🇿 тақияланған

🇬🇪 მკერდში მორთული

🇦🇿 taçlandırılmış

🇲🇽 coronado

Etymology

The word 'garlanded' comes from the noun 'garland', which traces its origins to the Old French 'garlande' and Latin 'garlandia', meaning 'a chain of flowers'. The use of garlands can be traced back to ancient times when they were used in religious and cultural ceremonies to honor gods or commemorate significant events. Garlands have been utilized across various cultures, symbolizing beauty, the cycle of life, and the connection between nature and human celebrations. Over time, the concept of being 'garlanded' has evolved to not only refer to physical adornments but also to signify honor or distinction in various contexts, such as literature and art, where characters or figures are often described as garlanded to evoke a feeling of elevated status.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,449 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.