3syllables
ornament
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ornament is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, ornament is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofornament
1noun
- An element of decoration; that which embellishes or adorns.
- A Christmas tree decoration.
- A musical flourish that is unnecessary to the overall melodic or harmonic line, but serves to decorate or "ornament" that line.
- (in the plural) The articles used in church services.
- A characteristic that has a decorative function (typically in order to attract a mate)
1verb
- To decorate.
Example: "We will ornament the windows with trim to make the room seem brighter."
- To add to.
Example: "The editor ornamented his plain writing, making it fancier but less clear."
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