Main Entry:

wreath

Pronunciation:

\ˈrēth\

Function:

noun

Inflected Form(s):

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>