decoration
noun
dec·o·ra·tion
ˌde-kə-ˈrā-shən 
1
: the act or process of decorating
2
: something that adorns, enriches, or beautifies : ornament
3
: a badge of honor (such as a U.S. military award)
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Examples of decoration in a Sentence
The vase has a fancy decoration on one side.
a plain sweater knit without decoration
He's a genius at home decoration.
a unique style of decoration
He received a decoration from the President.
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Sprinkles or edible decorations can also be fun now and then.
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Martha Swann-Quinn, Parents, 19 July 2024
Pompeii Archaeological Park Many houses in Pompeii had goods and furniture set aside, with piles of lime and other building materials stacked, as well as incomplete wall decorations and frescoes—all indications of ongoing repairs.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 17 July 2024
Designers put their stamp on jeans by adding prints and other forms of decoration.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 11 July 2024
Some decorations — flags, porch buntings and more — can be reused for years to come.
—Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 3 July 2024
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Martha Swann-Quinn, Parents, 19 July 2024
Pompeii Archaeological Park Many houses in Pompeii had goods and furniture set aside, with piles of lime and other building materials stacked, as well as incomplete wall decorations and frescoes—all indications of ongoing repairs.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 17 July 2024
Designers put their stamp on jeans by adding prints and other forms of decoration.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 11 July 2024
Some decorations — flags, porch buntings and more — can be reused for years to come.
—Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 3 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for decoration
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“Decoration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/decoration. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.
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decoration
noun
dec·o·ra·tion
ˌdek-ə-ˈrā-shən
1
: the act or action of decorating
2
: something that decorates or beautifies : ornament
holiday decorations
3
: a badge of honor (as a medal, cross, or ribbon)
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