Wreathed: meaning, definitions and examples
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wreathed
[ riːðd ]
physical appearance
Wreathed is the past tense of the verb 'wreathe,' which means to twist or coil something into a circular shape. This term often refers to a decorative arrangement made of flowers, leaves, or other materials, shaped into a ring or a loop. It can also imply surrounding or encircling something in a metaphorical sense. The action of wreathing can also suggest an embrace or a tight covering.
Synonyms
circled, coiled, enveloped, surrounded.
Examples of usage
- The river was wreathed in mist.
- Her hair was wreathed with flowers for the celebration.
- The smoke wreathed around the chimney.
- The vines wreathed the old tree.
Translations
Translations of the word "wreathed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 coroado
🇮🇳 मुकुटित
🇩🇪 gekränzt
🇮🇩 dihiasi
🇺🇦 вінчаний
🇵🇱 uwieńczony
🇯🇵 冠された
🇫🇷 couronné
🇪🇸 coronado
🇹🇷 taçlandırılmış
🇰🇷 관이 씌워진
🇸🇦 مُتوَّج
🇨🇿 korunovaný
🇸🇰 korunovaný
🇨🇳 被加冕的
🇸🇮 okronan
🇮🇸 krýndur
🇰🇿 тақияланған
🇬🇪 კორონირებული
🇦🇿 taclandırılmış
🇲🇽 coronado
Etymology
The word 'wreathed' originates from the Old English 'writha' meaning 'something twisted' or 'a band.' The usage of wreaths dates back to ancient civilizations, where they were often created from various materials to serve multiple purposes, including decorations and symbolizing victory or honor. The practice of using a wreathe during ceremonies and important events has evolved over time, becoming associated with celebrations such as weddings and holidays. In literature, the imagery of wreathing is frequently employed to evoke ideas of beauty and elegance, as well as the cyclical nature of life, much like the circular shape of a wreathe. The transformation from the Old English form to contemporary usages reflects the word's enduring significance in cultural rituals, art, and language.