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adornment

[uh-dawrn-muhnt] / əˈdɔrn mənt /




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Vaguely grunge in vibe, the track overtly recalls second feminism’s suspicion of feminine adornment.

From Salon • Feb. 19, 2026

The conspicuous consumption in “The Queen of Sparkle” section includes her diamond brooch and pendant, and her jewelry chest, made by Martin Carlin in 1770, whose adornment of Sèvres porcelain set a trend.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026

And then with the hair adornment, you have the alligator, you have honey bees.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 14, 2024

“For example, the Targaryen look, it’s sort of brutalist in style, in terms of its adornment and embroidery, it’s more abstract, whereas the folks at Kings Landing are more naturalistic.”

From BBC • Aug. 3, 2024

“A devoted Swirly carries Flush paraphernalia at all times. That’s rule number one. Rule number two is Flush adornment makes the world a better place. Besides, sticker slapping never hurt anyone.”

From "Book Scavenger" by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman