ornamental
Translation
ornamental, decorative
Examples
The garden features many ornamental plants.
The garden features many ornamental plants.
The antique mirror has an ornamental frame.
The antique mirror has an ornamental frame.
Grammar Patterns
serving as decoration; decorative The garden has ornamental plants.
Similar Words
Synonyms: decorative, fancy, elaborate; Antonyms: plain, functional, simple
Etymology
From the noun 'ornament' plus the adjectival suffix '-al', meaning 'relating to'.
Memory Tips
If something is 'ornamental', its purpose is to be an 'ornament'.