wreath

n. a circle of leaves or flowers that you hang on a door or use as a decoration.

n. an ornamental circular band of flowers, leaves, or other materials, frequently used for festive decoration.

“Every December, they hang a beautiful green wreath on their front door.”

“The villagers constructed a large wreath of holly and ivy to display in the town square during the winter festival.”

n. a circle of flowers given to show respect for someone who has died.

n. a circular floral arrangement placed at a grave or memorial as a mark of respect or mourning.

“The soldiers laid a wreath at the monument to remember those lost in the war.”

“Dignitaries from several nations gathered to lay wreaths at the base of the cenotaph during the annual remembrance ceremony.”

n. a shape that is twisted or curled, like a ring of smoke.

n. a curling or circular shape formed by smoke, mist, or similar substances.

“Thin wreaths of smoke rose from the chimney into the cold morning air.”

“As the sun began to rise, delicate wreaths of mist drifted across the surface of the silent lake.”

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