Wreath
(noun)
A circular band of flowers, leaves, or other material, used as an ornament or as a symbol of honor or celebration.
Origin:
Middle english wreathe, from old english writha, from proto-germanic *writhō (compare with middle low german wreat, middle dutch wreede), of uncertain origin.
Examples:
- The bride wore a wreath of flowers in her hair on her wedding day.
- The athlete received a wreath of laurel leaves as a symbol of victory.
- The monument was adorned with a wreath of flowers in honor of the fallen soldiers.
- The wreath was placed on the door as a symbol of peace and love.
- The school made wreaths for the holiday season to decorate the halls.