English dictionary
decorate
/'d/E/k/@/,r/eI/t/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
verb
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make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.
ExamplesDecorate the room for the party.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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be beautiful to look at
Source: WordNet 3.0
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award a mark of honor, such as a medal, to
ExamplesHe was decorated for his services in the military.
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provide with decoration
Synonyms dressSource: WordNet 3.0
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To deck with that which is becoming, ornamental, or honorary; to adorn; to beautify; to embellish; as, to <i>decorate</i> the person; to <i>decorate</i> an edifice; to <i>decorate</i> a lawn with flowers; to <i>decorate</i> the mind with moral beauties; to <i>decorate</i> a hero with honors.
Source: webster1913