festoon
Translation
to festoon, to decorate
Examples
They festooned the room with balloons.
They festooned the room with balloons.
The hall was festooned with lights.
The hall was festooned with lights.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((with sth.)) to adorn (sth.) with (sth.) They festooned the room with balloons.
Similar Words
Synonyms: decorate, adorn, deck, garnish
Etymology
From Italian 'festa' (festival, feast). It refers to decorations for a festival.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'festival' decorated with 'festoons'.