ornamentation
noun
or·na·men·ta·tion
ˌȯr-nə-mən-ˈtā-shən 
-ˌmen-
1
: something that ornaments : embellishment
2
: the act or process of ornamenting : the state of being ornamented
Examples of ornamentation in a Sentence
A bright ribbon was used for ornamentation.
a ballroom with elaborate ornamentation
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In an era where contemporary architecture often relies on cladding and heavy ornamentation, Paradero celebrates simplicity.
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Natalie Stoclet, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
Simple forms and geometries abound, with a distinct lack of more organic elements like curved shapes, soft textures, and overly decorative ornamentation.
—Lauren Gallow, Architectural Digest, 10 Jan. 2025
But no amount of ornamentation could outshine Palmer's incredibly pretty curls.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 31 Jan. 2025
Now evidence of trip is found The style of ornamentation, depicting an animal with teeth and large eyes, was typical of the late Germanic Iron Age, the period directly before the rise of the Vikings, around 650 to 750 A.D., Nielsen said.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 22 Jan. 2025
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“Ornamentation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ornamentation. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.
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