festoon
Translation
to festoon, to decorate, to adorn
Examples
They festooned the hall with lights and ribbons.
They festooned the hall with lights and ribbons.
Grammar Patterns
((to festoon sth. with sth.)) to decorate (sth.) with (sth.) They festooned the hall with lights and ribbons.
Similar Words
Synonyms: decorate, adorn, deck, garnish
Etymology
From Italian 'festone', a festive ornament, from 'festa' (feast, festival). Originally a noun for a garland.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'fest' (festival) where everything is 'festooned' with decorations. The sound is almost like 'festival balloon'.