DECORATION | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

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Word: Decoration

Speech Type: Noun

Etymology:

late Middle English: from late Latin decoratio(n-), from the verb decorare (see decorate)

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˌdɛkəˈreɪʃn
Dialects: British English
Definition:

the process or art of decorating something

Short Definition:

process of decorating

Examples:
  • the lavish decoration of cloth with gilt
  • interior decoration
Definition:

a medal or award conferred as an honour

Short Definition:

medal or award

Examples:
  • a decoration won on the field of battle
  • he was awarded the highest Australian decoration

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