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Meaning of the word ornaments in English

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ornaments

Noun

a thing used to make something look more attractive but usually having no practical purpose, especially a small object such as a figurine.

Synonym:
knickknack trinket bauble bibelot gewgaw gimcrack furbelow accessory whatnot tchotchke tsatske folderol whim-wham kickshaw bijou

Verb

make (something) look more attractive by adding decorative items.

Example:
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the men and women in the Stone Age ornamented their caves
Synonym:
decorate adorn embellish trim garnish bedeck festoon enhance beautify grace accessorize dress up bedizen furbelow
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