ornamental

UK
/ˌɔː.nəˈmɛn.təl/
US
/ˌɔr.nəˈmɛn.təl/

Translations

ornamentalnoun
ornamentals
pl
UK
/ˌɔː.nəˈmen.təl/
US
/ˌɔr.nəˈmɛn.t̬əl/
plante ornementaleEn horticulture, pour une plante cultivée pour son effet décoratif.
Roses and tulips are popular ornamentals in home gardens.
Les roses et les tulipes sont des plantes ornementales populaires dans les jardins familiaux.
ornementObjet ou élément décoratif.
The garden was filled with various ornamentals, including statues and fountains.
Le jardin était rempli de divers ornements, notamment des statues et des fontaines.
ornamentaladjective
more ornamental
Comp.
most ornamental
Super.
UK
/ˌɔː.nəˈmɛn.təl/
US
/ˌɔr.nəˈmɛn.təl/
décoratifSens général : qui sert à décorer.
The ornamental border made the room look brighter.
La bordure décorative rendait la pièce plus lumineuse.
Additional translations
ornementalSurtout pour les plantes et les usages botaniques.

Definitions

ornamentalnoun
An object or feature that is used to enhance the appearance of something, often for decorative purposes.
The garden was filled with various ornamentals, including statues and fountains.
A plant cultivated chiefly for decorative effect rather than for practical use or consumption.
Roses and tulips are popular ornamentals in home gardens.
ornamentaladjective
Serving or intended as an ornament; decorative.
The ornamental plants added a touch of elegance to the garden.
Of a plant, cultivated mainly for its decorative appearance rather than for practical use or consumption.
Ornamental grasses provide texture and movement in the landscape.