Ornament: meaning, definitions and examples

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ornament

[ ˈɔːrnəmənt ]

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decorative element

An ornament is an attractive object that you display in your home because it is beautiful or interesting.

Synonyms

adornment, decal, decoration, decoration

Examples of usage

The Christmas tree was covered in glittering ornaments.
The jewelry box was filled with delicate ornaments.

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to decorate

To ornament something means to decorate or add beauty to it.

Synonyms

adorn, beautify, decorate, embellish

Examples of usage

The artist used intricate designs to ornament the walls of the palace.
The cake was ornamented with edible flowers and frosting.

Translations

Translations of the word "ornament" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ornamento

🇮🇳 गहना

🇩🇪 Ornament

🇮🇩 ornamen

🇺🇦 орнамент

🇵🇱 ozdoba

🇯🇵 装飾品

🇫🇷 ornement

🇪🇸 adorno

🇹🇷 süs

🇰🇷 장식

🇸🇦 زخرفة

🇨🇿 ozdoba

🇸🇰 ozdoba

🇨🇳 装饰

🇸🇮 okras

🇮🇸 skraut

🇰🇿 әшекей

🇬🇪 ორნამენტი

🇦🇿 bəzək

🇲🇽 adorno

Word origin

The word 'ornament' originated from the Latin word 'ornamentum', meaning equipment or ornament, which is derived from 'ornare' meaning to equip or adorn. Throughout history, ornaments have been used in various cultures to enhance beauty and add aesthetic appeal to objects, buildings, and clothing.