garland
Translation
garland, wreath, festoon
Examples
She wore a garland of flowers in her hair.
She wore a garland of flowers in her hair.
They decorated the hall with garlands for the festival.
They decorated the hall with garlands for the festival.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) garland ((of sth.)) a wreath of flowers and leaves She wore a garland of flowers in her hair.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wreath, festoon, chaplet, lei
Etymology
From Old French 'garlande', of Germanic origin.
Memory Tips
A 'garland' is often made from flowers found in a 'garden'.