as in decorative
serving to add beauty
the trim on Victorian houses is sometimes elaborately ornamental
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as in ornament
a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest
a collection of fragile ornamentals kept in a glass cabinet
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Recent Examples of ornamental
Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 7 May 2025
Those ornamental bas-reliefs are pricey to maintain.
—Ian Volner, Artforum, 28 May 2025
Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2025
Otherwise, use of a fungicide labeled for rust control on ornamentals would be helpful.
—Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
While the adults chew on ornamental plants, fruit trees, berry plants, and many different shade and ornamental trees such as linden, Japanese maple, crepe myrtle, and flowering crabapple, the grubs feed on the roots of turfgrasses and vegetable seedlings, says Potter.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 7 May 2025
Those ornamental bas-reliefs are pricey to maintain.
—Ian Volner, Artforum, 28 May 2025
Noun
Multipurpose nasturtiums can be grown for their edible flowers and leaves, or enjoyed as pollinator-friendly ornamentals.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2025
Otherwise, use of a fungicide labeled for rust control on ornamentals would be helpful.
—Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ornamental
Adjective
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These included the manufacturing of refined tools, decorative adornments and jewelry, as well as participating in elaborate ritualistic burials.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
26 June 2025
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The word is surrounded by a carving of a decorative tablet, called a tabula ansata, that Roman artists often used to autograph their work.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
25 June 2025
Noun
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The proud parents coordinated with their Christmas tree, which was filled with matching ornaments.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
23 May 2025
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The white wash paint is distressed for an antique look, and the scalloped legs are accented with botanical ornaments.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
17 May 2025
Noun
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Your brain learns from novelty, which promotes adaptive learning by resetting key brain circuits and enhances your ability to update new ideas into existing neurological frameworks.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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When children use this watch, texting their parents or sending emojis feels like a novelty, especially for first-time smartwatch users, and GPS tracking adds peace of mind for adults.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
13 June 2025
Noun
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Back at the hotel, overnight guests have the opportunity to create original Kyushu souvenirs out of Hakata silk in master classes overseen by local artisans on the premises.—
Terry Elward,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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The final shot of Prey seemed to tease a big battle between the Comanches and the Predators, but perhaps those ships had merely arrived to spirit Naru (and her souvenir pistol) away.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
13 June 2025
Noun
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But like many of the other notables on the red carpet at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Harris borrowed the baubles for the night.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
6 May 2025
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Snap up one, or both styles, and watch your mom beam as bright as the baubles themselves.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Tired of lining Instagram owner Mark Zuckerberg’s pockets without any return, Tapia recently spearheaded the work to open an accompanying online shop, the Los Feliz General Store, which sells shirts and knickknacks.—
Nate Rogers,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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The two small drawers are perfect for storing all of those out-the-door essentials and knickknacks, while the overall glamour of this piece would look right at home in an upscale apartment or quiet country home.—
Nora Taylor,
Architectural Digest,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Always tip in cash (no gift cards or homemade trinkets), and leave your tip somewhere where it can be easily found.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
16 June 2025
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The North Hollywood house, which songwriter Allee Willis first purchased in 1980 and turned into a living ode to all things kitsch, is awash in trinkets and tchotchkes.—
Manuel Betancourt,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
Noun
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The company hopes to partner with global sports brands seeking to grow their businesses and reach fans through the company’s offerings in fan gear, collectibles and live events.—
Brendan Coffey,
Sportico.com,
19 June 2025
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Line Friends Square sells K-pop clothing, accessories, novelties and collectibles in the former Fossil watch shop location.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
19 June 2025
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“Ornamental.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ornamental. Accessed 29 Jun. 2025.
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