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Word: Decorate
Speech Type: Verb
mid 16th century (in the sense ‘to grace or honour’): from Latin decoratus ‘embellished’ (past participle of decorare), from decus, decor- ‘beauty, honour, or embellishment’
ˈdɛkəreɪt
make (something) look more attractive by adding extra items or images to it
Short Definition:make something look more attractive by adding extra items or images
Examples:- the town was decorated with Christmas lights
confer an award or medal on (a member of the armed forces)
Short Definition:confer award or medal on
Examples:- he was decorated for outstanding bravery
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