DECORATE


Meaning of DECORATE in English

■ verb

1》 add ornament to.

↘ chiefly Brit. apply paint or wallpaper to.

2》 confer an award or medal on.

Origin

C16: from L. decoratus 'embellished', from decus , decor- 'honour or embellishment'.

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