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wreath

2 entries found.

Main Entry:
wreath 
          Listen to the pronunciation of wreath
Pronunciation:
\ˈrēth\
Function:
noun
Inflected Form(s):
plural wreaths 
          Listen to the pronunciation of wreaths 
          Listen to the pronunciation of wreaths \ˈthz, 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>


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