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wreath Listen to audio/ˈri:θ/ noun
plural wreaths Listen to audio/ˈri:ðz, ˈri:θs/
[count] 1 a : an arrangement of leaves or flowers in the shape of a circle that is worn or placed as a sign of honor or victory
The President laid a wreath of flowers on the hero's grave. The ancient Romans awarded laurel wreaths to winners of athletic contests.
b : an arrangement of leaves, flowers, fruits, etc., in the shape of a circle that is used for decoration
Every December, I put a Christmas wreath on my front door.
2 literary : something that is shaped like a circle
a wreath of flame a wreath of stars
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