festoon

/ˈfɛstoʊ, ˈfɛstʊ/

Definitions

1. verb

to decorate or adorn with something, especially in a colorful or fanciful manner

“The garden was festooned with twinkling fairy lights during the holiday season.”

2. noun

a decoration or arrangement of something, especially flowers or lights, that is suspended or draped

“The porch was decorated with a beautiful festoon of red and pink flowers for the wedding.”

3. noun

a type of curtain or hanging made of netting or other material, especially for a theater or a stage

“The drama department used a festoon to create the background for their production of Romeo and Juliet.”

Synonyms

  • adorn
  • decorate
  • embellish

Antonyms

  • remove
  • strip