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
One quick look at the town after dark—when garlands, wreaths, and window displays illuminate its 18th-century streets—makes the nickname feel entirely earned.
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Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 11 Dec. 2025
The display features hundreds of lights, festive wreaths, a nativity scene, large nutcrackers and even a nod to their late family members.
—Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 11 Dec. 2025
My favorite finds include a night light version of ceramic Christmas trees, nostalgic bubble candle mantelpieces, kitchen cabinet wreaths, and much more—all at under $40.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2025
Now, the founder's granddaughter is finding new homes for the 3,000-piece human hair wreath collection.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 10 Dec. 2025
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Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 11 Dec. 2025
The display features hundreds of lights, festive wreaths, a nativity scene, large nutcrackers and even a nod to their late family members.
—Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 11 Dec. 2025
My favorite finds include a night light version of ceramic Christmas trees, nostalgic bubble candle mantelpieces, kitchen cabinet wreaths, and much more—all at under $40.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2025
Now, the founder's granddaughter is finding new homes for the 3,000-piece human hair wreath collection.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 10 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for wreath
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“Wreath.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wreath. Accessed 15 Dec. 2025.
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