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)
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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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2025
The graduating senior was also prom queen who helped with planning activities that included the song playlist and picking out decorations.
—Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 14 July 2025
Fake blood stains and spooky decorations can still be seen on the walls in the basement of the apartment building, a place that was previously home to the boys and girls shower rooms at the school.
—Liliana Fannin, jsonline.com, 10 July 2025
The ship was awarded 17 battle stars for its actions in the Pacific, tying it for the third most such decorations in the Pacific theater, according to the World War II Museum.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 9 July 2025
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“Decoration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/decoration. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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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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