decoration
noun
dec·o·ra·tion
ˌde-kə-ˈrā-shən 
1
: the act or process of decorating
2
: something that adorns, enriches, or beautifies : ornament
3
: a badge of honor (such as a U.S. military award)
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Examples of decoration in a Sentence
The vase has a fancy decoration on one side.
a plain sweater knit without decoration
He's a genius at home decoration.
a unique style of decoration
He received a decoration from the President.
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Families no longer need to worry about a thing, as dry ingredients, themed decorations, and reusable bakeware are in every kit.
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Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 10 May 2024
The ban does not restrict the sale of balloons by party suppliers or manufacturers; they could still be used indoors or as decorations outdoors if properly secured.
—Cara Buckley, New York Times, 8 May 2024
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Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 10 May 2024
The ban does not restrict the sale of balloons by party suppliers or manufacturers; they could still be used indoors or as decorations outdoors if properly secured.
—Cara Buckley, New York Times, 8 May 2024
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“Decoration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/decoration. Accessed 16 May. 2024.
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decoration
noun
dec·o·ra·tion
ˌdek-ə-ˈrā-shən
1
: the act or action of decorating
2
: something that decorates or beautifies : ornament
holiday decorations
3
: a badge of honor (as a medal, cross, or ribbon)
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