Definition of wreath
wreaths
play play \ˈrēthz, ˈrēths\1 : something intertwined or arranged in a circular shape: such asa : a band of intertwined flowers or leaves worn as a mark of honor or victory : garland a laurel wreathb : 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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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 of wreath from the Web
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California DAR State Regent, Bev Moncrief, and LA-Eschscholtzia Regent, Jan Gordon, placed a wreath at the monument.
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This morning, President Moon and Vice President Pence laid a wreath at the Korean War Veterans Memorial to commemorate the 67th anniversary of the Korean War.
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Before Friday's talks at the White House, Moon laid a wreath at the Korean War Memorial monument near the Washington Mall.
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In addition four students from Pleasant Lea Middle School — Elaina Twenter, Josh Evans, Christian Hess, and Riley Neff — presented a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery.
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Some gowns require bouquets that are a bit longer and linear in shape, almost like half-wreaths that can rest in the crook of your arm rather than being held from the stems.
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The parade will pause near the Liberty Bell for the laying of a wreath where George Washington’s slave cabins once stood on Independence Mall, and continue to the African American Museum, for a day of celebration.
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From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., there will be a ceremony including various community speakers, reflective prayers, a reading of the 49 names, a display of 49 wreaths and music by Violectric.
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The approximately 30-minute ceremony also included a local Boy Scout troop raising an American flag, two members of the troop playing taps, and Girls Scouts laying a wreath.
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Origin and Etymology of wreath
Middle English wrethe, from Old English writha; akin to Old English wrīthan to twist — more at writhe
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WREATH Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of wreath for English Language Learners
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: an arrangement of leaves or flowers in the shape of a circle that is worn or placed as a sign of honor or victory
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: an arrangement of leaves, flowers, fruits, etc., in the shape of a circle that is used for decoration
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: something that is shaped like a circle
WREATH Defined for Kids
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playDefinition of wreath for Students
wreaths
\ˈrēthz, ˈrēths\: something twisted or woven into a circular shape a wreath of flowers a wreath of smoke
Learn More about wreath
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See words that rhyme with wreath Spanish Central: Translation of wreath Nglish: Translation of wreath for Spanish speakers Britannica English: Translation of wreath for Arabic speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about wreath
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