WREATH


Meaning of WREATH in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈrēth ]

noun

( plural wreaths ˈrēthz, ˈrēths)

Etymology: Middle English wrethe, from Old English writha; akin to Old English wrīthan to twist — more at writhe

Date: before 12th century

1. : something intertwined or arranged in a circular shape: as

a. : a band of intertwined flowers or leaves worn as a mark of honor or victory : garland

a laurel wreath

b. : a decorative arrangement of foliage or flowers on a circular base

a Christmas wreath

2. : something having a circular or coiling form

a wreath of smoke

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.