as in decorations
something that decorates or beautifies
her collection of plaster gnomes which she uses as lawn ornaments
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as in decorates
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
delicate crystal figurines ornament the mantel over the fireplace
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Recent Examples of ornaments
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
23 June 2026
These ornaments were originally intended to symbolize speed, elegance and technological optimism.
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Peter Lyon,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
A lot of ornaments and tinsel on the Christmas tree.
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Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
But early last Saturday evening, two bullets shattered the glass between displays of Christmas ornaments and dining plates.
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Matt Viser,
The Atlantic,
1 June 2026
Since anybody recalled, the gate had been topped with decorative ornaments.
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Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
From plastic lawn ornaments to overly bright lighting, certain outdoor design choices can instantly take away from a home’s curb appeal.
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Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
21 May 2026
The shoes are embellished with asymmetrical crystal leaf ornaments that are hand-embroidered to drape across a low-cut vamp.
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Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
The powder is used to decorate removable ornaments on cakes and isn't designed for ingestion.
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Adam England,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
Noun
Lawn Ornaments Too many lawn ornaments, such as gnomes, fairies, dolls, or flamingos, read as tacky to Emily Roose, the founder of Emily Roose Interiors.
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Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
23 June 2026
These ornaments were originally intended to symbolize speed, elegance and technological optimism.
—
Peter Lyon,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
A lot of ornaments and tinsel on the Christmas tree.
—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
But early last Saturday evening, two bullets shattered the glass between displays of Christmas ornaments and dining plates.
—
Matt Viser,
The Atlantic,
1 June 2026
Since anybody recalled, the gate had been topped with decorative ornaments.
—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
From plastic lawn ornaments to overly bright lighting, certain outdoor design choices can instantly take away from a home’s curb appeal.
—
Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
21 May 2026
The shoes are embellished with asymmetrical crystal leaf ornaments that are hand-embroidered to drape across a low-cut vamp.
—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
The powder is used to decorate removable ornaments on cakes and isn't designed for ingestion.
—
Adam England,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ornaments
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Minimize decorations if your storage is displayed.
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One notable instance came in season 1 of America's Sweethearts, when Powell was reprimanded for asking where her ornament was on the locker room Christmas tree, as opposed to expressing gratitude for the decorations.
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The sandals are embellished with the signature Ribbon buckle, which decorates a dainty strap that wraps delicately around the ankle.
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Among the first illustrators Vicki represented was Robert Grossman, who eventually became Annie’s dad — his art still decorates the walls.
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Efe Aydar, the architect and interior designer behind the project, explained that the old hotel’s various ornamentations were stripped away.
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The receptionist works behind a period cabinet converted into the sort of desk Philip Marlowe would happily put his feet on and Art Deco ornamentations abound, from the beautiful clocks, to the slightly sinister candlesticks.
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Co-Space has become known for the visual art that adorns its walls, and Byrd created a blue-and-white painting at the center.
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Other clocks are affixed to a structure, like the clocks at Union Station, or the clock that adorns the archway into Little Village.
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Elk and bear tooth pendants were also common items of ornamentation, and important community members were buried with those adornments.
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Staff members draped us with orchid leis and invited us to stroll the lawn, where instructors taught us how to play the traditional bowling game ulu maika, and artisans offered wood carvings and flower adornments.
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This tank has a modest silhouette and is designed with wide straps to hide your bra straps, a relaxed fit, and a slightly flowy hem that drapes away from the body.
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Cook over medium-high, stirring vigorously with one hand while moving the pan back and forth with the other, until the sauce glossily drapes the noodles, 5 to 7 minutes.
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“Ornaments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ornaments. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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