Meaning of decoration in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌdɛkəˈreɪʃ(ə)n/

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  1. Noun

    decoration

    Etymology

    late Middle English: from late Latin decoratio(n-), from the verb decorare (see decorate)

    Definitions

    1. something used to beautify

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  2. 2. an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event

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  3. 3. the act of decorating something (in the hope of making it more attractive)

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