Adornation

/ˌædɔrˈneɪʃən/ noun

Definition

The action or process of adorning; decoration or embellishment.

Etymology

From 'adorn' (Latin 'adornare': ad- 'to' + ornare 'to furnish, equip') + '-ation' suffix. Creates a noun for the process or result of decorating.

Kelly Says

The verb 'adorn' comes from the same root as 'ornament'—originally it meant to give someone the proper equipment or tools they needed, so 'self-adornment' is actually about becoming fully prepared and complete!

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