as in decoration
something that decorates or beautifies
she prefers a spare style of interior decoration and doesn't go in for a lot of garnitures
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Recent Examples of garniture
Instead, the piece is most commonly used as either a mantel garniture (there were two matching pieces that often came with it, small compotes for the garniture) or as a table centerpiece (often with two diminutive candelabra).
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Helaine Fendelman and Joe Rosson, Star Tribune, 1 Dec. 2020
Who knew the colder months could offer such lush (not to mention tasty) fodder for garniture.
—Rachel Silva, ELLE Decor, 16 Dec. 2022
Your clock garniture set is by Tiffany & Company of New York and dates to the last quarter of the 19th century.
—oregonlive, 2 Dec. 2021
Helaine Fendelman and Joe Rosson, Star Tribune, 1 Dec. 2020
Who knew the colder months could offer such lush (not to mention tasty) fodder for garniture.
—Rachel Silva, ELLE Decor, 16 Dec. 2022
Your clock garniture set is by Tiffany & Company of New York and dates to the last quarter of the 19th century.
—oregonlive, 2 Dec. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for garniture
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While another golden retriever, Banks, went viral when his owner shared a fairly long list of the things that frighten him, including tarps, frogs, boxes, Halloween decorations and even feather dusters.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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The carousel then featured shots of Khai with some friends, as well as Halloween decorations, pumpkin decorating, Hadid’s skeleton costume and a snap of Khai trick or treating.Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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This level of ornamentation is typical of Art Deco architecture.Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 29 Oct. 2024
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Coffins, which were first invented as simple stone structures decorated in feathers and shells during the Stone Age, have become increasingly elaborate with custom ornamentation, lid carvings, and moldings over time.Livia Caligor, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024
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The in-house Wondershop brand offers cohesive accessories, so your home can have coordinated, cozy cheer — including trees, garlands, ornaments, toppers, and tree skirts.Olivia Avitt, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Best Gift for Moms Lismore Christmas Bauble Ornament $200.00 Buy Now Lismore, the most iconic and distinguished of the Waterford patterns, is carefully cut into this crystal bauble ornament.Chloe Castleberry, StyleCaster, 5 Nov. 2024
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One thing is for certain in all observing communities: The lively adornment of sacred spaces, including the home and one’s altar, is a big part of this celebration.Prinita Thevarajah, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024
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Fabricated in 18-karat gold designs that evoke the splendors of Asian and Indian jewels as well as European adornments of old, this brand is alive with a large array of notably fine gemstones including diamonds, colored sapphires, pearls and tourmalines.Kyle Roderick, Forbes, 6 Oct. 2024
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“Garniture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/garniture. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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