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

Ring in Independence Day by hanging this patriotic summer wreath on your front door. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2026

The Front Door Your home should feel like you, but that kind of personality play doesn’t require a wreath bearing your initials on the front door. — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 24 June 2026

Pottery Barn's Americana Shop is packed with entertaining essentials and seasonal décor, from drinkware and serveware to wreaths, string lights, table linens, and more. — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026

Descendants, including Grijalva, placed a flower in a memorial wreath as children were asked to blow bubbles for expedition members named without descendants. — Brian Hackney, CBS News, 30 June 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