DECORATION


Meaning of DECORATION in English

(~s)

1.

The ~ of a room is its furniture, wallpaper, and ornaments.

The ~ and furnishings had to be practical enough for a family home...

= decor

N-UNCOUNT: oft with poss

2.

Decorations are features that are added to something in order to make it look more attractive.

The only wall ~s are candles and a single mirror...

N-VAR

3.

Decorations are brightly coloured objects such as pieces of paper and balloons, which you put up in a room on special occasions to make it look more attractive.

Festive paper ~s had been hung from the ceiling.

N-COUNT: usu pl

4.

A ~ is an official title or honour which is given to someone, usually in the form of a medal, as a reward for military bravery or public service.

He was awarded several military ~s.

N-COUNT

5.

see also decorate

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