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ornamentation

[awr-nuh-men-tey-shuhn, ‑muhn‑] / ˌɔr nə mɛnˈteɪ ʃən, ‑mən‑ /
NOUN
adornment
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Some were drawn in a realistic style, while others were more abstract, but all showed intentional design rather than random ornamentation.

From Science Daily • Dec. 16, 2025

Where the rich of previous generations could be counted on to spend their wealth on lavish ornamentation and expensive craftwork, social media accessibility has turned tastemaking into a two-way street.

From Salon • Aug. 23, 2025

The 18th Century painting below features typical stylistic elements of Mughal art, including highly stylised figures, vibrant colours, naturalism and ornamentation.

From BBC • Dec. 24, 2024

But in Clarke’s case, the ornamentation isn’t just to celebrate his service.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 3, 2024

The houses had almost no ornamentation and were painted in dull colors—when they were painted at all.

From "Dragonwings" by Laurence Yep




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