torve

/tɔːrvi/

Definitions

1. noun

A bundle of herbs, especially a garland of fresh herbs, especially parsley, carried by women in Scandinavian countries as a symbol of fertility and marriage.

“During the traditional wedding ceremony, the bride carried a beautiful torve of fresh herbs to bring good fortune.”

2. verb

To decorate or adorn with a torve of herbs, especially during a traditional wedding ceremony.

“The bride’s family torved the church with fresh herbs to celebrate the wedding.”

Synonyms

  • garland
  • wreath

Antonyms

  • defile
  • desecrate