ornament

Definition

  • noun: a small, fancy object that is put on something else to make it more attractive
  • noun: a useful accessory
  • usually used as '(be) ornamented'
  • synonyms: acciaccatura, add, adjoin

Examples

  • ('US') the 'hood ornament' on a car [=a small metal figure on the front edge of a car's hood]

  • The columns are there purely as 'ornament'—they have no structural function.

  • A satin bow was used for 'ornament'. [='decoration']

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