wreath

noun

ˈrēth 

plural wreaths ˈrēt͟hz  ˈrēths 

1

: something intertwined or arranged in a circular shape: such as

a

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

a Christmas wreath

b

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

a laurel wreath

2

: something having a circular or coiling form

a wreath of smoke

Examples of wreath in a Sentence

The President laid a wreath of flowers on the hero's grave.

The ancient Romans awarded laurel wreaths to winners of athletic contests.

Every December, I put a Christmas wreath on my front door.

Recent Examples on the Web

While a sect of their fandom BRIIZE celebrated the comeback, a more conservative portion protested by sending funeral wreaths to the company headquarters. —Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025

This voluminous wreath brings natural fall elements into your home with a blend of maple leaves, berries, greenery, and pumpkins. —Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025

Get your organic materials from your own backyard or from your neighborhood and learn to construct a decorative wreath. —Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 27 Oct. 2025

If your favorite part of autumn is the rich, colorful leaves, this wreath is an easy yes. —Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025

Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing wreath

• Advent wreath
• bridal wreath

Rhymes for wreath

• neath
• sheath
• teeth
• beneath
• bequeath
• underneath

Kids Definition

wreath

noun

ˈrēth 

plural wreaths ˈrēt͟hz  ˈrēths 

: something twisted or woven into a circular shape

a wreath of flowers