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fes·toon
 festoon
- pronunciation:
- fe
stun
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a decorative chain or strip of ribbons, flowers, leaves, or the like, suspended at the ends and hung in a curve.
Festoons of flowers decorated the ends of each pew in the church. |
| definition 2: |
a representation of such a chain, as in sculpture or pottery.
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
festooned, festooning, festoons |
| definition 1: |
to decorate with or as with festoons.
The room was festooned with crepe paper chains in readiness for the birthday party. |
| definition 2: |
to connect or make into the form of a festoon.
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| related words: |
adorn, crown, decorate, drape, embellish, garnish, ornament, trick, trim |
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