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

Visitors are welcome to join in on everything from wreath making and dancing to a grand midsummer feast. —Lea Lane, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026

Festive wreaths aren’t just for the holidays. —Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2026

The Davis and Mahaffee families placed wreaths at the memorial, and the fathers embraced. —Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 26 May 2026

On Monday, May 25, the race car driver and proud girl dad, 34, shared a snap on Instagram alongside his newborn daughter Stella, 4 weeks, twinning in matching victory wreaths. —Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 26 May 2026

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

• 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