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noun
- 1. a thing used or serving to make something look more attractive but usually having no practical purpose, especially a small object such as a figurine: "tables covered with ornaments and books" Similar
- 2. the accessories of worship, such as the altar, chalice, and sacred vessels.
verb
- 1. make (something) look more attractive by adding decorative items: "a jewel to ornament your wife's lovely throat"
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a useful accessory; something that lends grace, beauty, or festivity; a manner or quality that adorns… See the full definition
ORNAMENT definition: 1. an object that is beautiful rather than useful: 2. decoration that is added to increase the…. Learn more.
ORNAMENT meaning: 1. an object that is beautiful rather than useful: 2. decoration that is added to increase the…. Learn more.
Ornament definition: an accessory, article, or detail used to beautify the appearance of something to which it is added or of which it is a part. See examples of ORNAMENT used in a sentence.
An ornament is a decoration. You can also ornament something by making it more beautiful or festive. The most common use of ornament is probably in Christmas ornaments, which decorate a tree.
Define ornament. ornament synonyms, ornament pronunciation, ornament translation, English dictionary definition of ornament. n. 1. Something that decorates or adorns; an embellishment. 2. A person considered as a source of pride, honor, or credit: a singer who is an ornament to...
Ornament Definition. Anything serving to adorn; decoration; embellishment; also, a desirable or needed adjunct. Something or someone regarded as, or merely as, a decorative accessory. A person considered as a source of pride, honor, or credit. A singer who is an ornament to the world of opera.
Definition of ornament noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
