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/de.kɔ.ʁa.sjɔ̃/

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Translation

decoration, decor

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Word origin

From Latin decoratio, from decorare ("to adorn"). English "decoration" comes from the same source.

Origin
Latin
Root
decorare
English cognates
decorate, decor

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluraldécorations

Examples

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We bought some Christmas decorations.

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The decor of her flat is very modern.

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She is in charge of decorating the hall for the wedding.

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He received a military decoration after the war.

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The children did all the classroom decorations.

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