English Reference
noun

ornaments

n.
US /ˈɔɹnəmənts/ or·na·ments

  1. 01 B1 Intermediate

    small objects that you use to make a room, a garden, or a Christmas tree look more attractive.

    plural noun referring to decorative items used to embellish a space or object, often lacking a functional purpose.

    Simple

    She placed several glass ornaments on the shelf to brighten up the living room.

    In context

    The mantelpiece was crowded with porcelain ornaments collected from various countries during their summer travels.

    decorationstrinketsknick knacks
  2. 02 C2 Proficiency Technical Religion

    the name of the 43rd chapter of the Qur'an.

    the English title for 'Az-Zukhruf', the forty-third sura of the Qur'an.

    Simple

    The teacher explained the themes found in the chapter called Ornaments.

    In context

    Scholars often discuss the theological implications of the verses contained within Ornaments regarding the nature of worldly wealth.

    az zukhruf
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