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
Craft small paper snowflakes and secure all the elements to the wreath with floral wire.
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Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Dec. 2025
The visit, considered the highest diplomatic honor, will include meetings with Indian officials, a wreath-laying at the Mahatma Gandhi memorial, participation in the Russia-India Business Forum, and a state reception.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2025
Kensington Palace previously announced that Princess Kate would bring her passion for nature into the service through decor and said that the Royal Horticultural Society would donate wreaths made by their Ambassadors and schoolchildren for indoor display.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 4 Dec. 2025
Throughout the county, visitors can celebrate the season with wreath making, cookie decorating workshops, holiday hayrides, breakfast with Santa and more.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Dec. 2025
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Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Dec. 2025
The visit, considered the highest diplomatic honor, will include meetings with Indian officials, a wreath-laying at the Mahatma Gandhi memorial, participation in the Russia-India Business Forum, and a state reception.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2025
Kensington Palace previously announced that Princess Kate would bring her passion for nature into the service through decor and said that the Royal Horticultural Society would donate wreaths made by their Ambassadors and schoolchildren for indoor display.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 4 Dec. 2025
Throughout the county, visitors can celebrate the season with wreath making, cookie decorating workshops, holiday hayrides, breakfast with Santa and more.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 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 6 Dec. 2025.
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