"decoration" in the noun sense
1. decoration, ornament, ornamentation
something used to beautify
2. decoration, laurel wreath, medal, medallion, palm, ribbon
an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event
3. decoration
the act of decorating something (in the hope of making it more attractive)
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