Meaning & use

wreath

noun·Advanced

A ring of flowers, leaves, or other material, often hung as a decoration or laid as a tribute.

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They hung a festive wreath made of pine branches on the front door.

Veterans laid a wreath at the memorial to honor the fallen soldiers.

A note on using this word

Wreaths are associated both with holiday decoration and with solemn ceremonies of remembrance.

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