as in crown
a decorative band or wreath worn about the head as a symbol of victory or honor maidens wove a chaplet of flowers round the champion's head

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Recent Examples of chaplet Its design encompasses the initial 'E' inside the royal crown, surrounded by a chaplet of roses. Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 7 May 2023 Don’t loiter here or come back later, Or the god’s staff and chaplet won’t protect you. Sarah Ruden, National Review, 31 Mar. 2022
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Noun
  • In the acting categories, the best lead performance crown was shared by Marianne Jean-Baptiste for her role in Mike Leigh’s Hard Truths and Mikey Madison for Anora.
    Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Still, accessories added a whimsical touch, including precious bonnets, crowns and headpieces crafted by artist Patrizia Benedetta Fratus, daughter of the protagonist of the movie Maria Teresa Brescianini.
    Sandra Salibian, WWD, 13 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • There’s a diadem and necklace with stars set with diamonds commissioned by Queen D. Maria Pia.
    Anthony DeMarco, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
  • The garment was discovered in Tomb II alongside a golden scepter, oak wreath and diadem of Persian origins and near depictions of Persian gazelles in the tomb's frieze.
    Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Cedar garlands slung over the mirrors look modern and chic.
    Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Dec. 2024
  • The two-bedroom, two-bathroom cabin, decked out in twinkling lights, lush garland and plenty of presents, is listed for $1,206,139 on the Zillow website.
    Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Both of these models featured a fold-over clasp with a large Rolex coronet.
    Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 11 Sep. 2024
  • Its oversized subdials have the exotic-dial look, but the watch’s face is otherwise adorned with only the Rolex coronet and Rolex wordmark.
    Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2024

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“Chaplet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chaplet. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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