Floriated

/ˈflɔːrieɪtɪd/ adjective

Definition

Decorated with flowers or floral patterns; having been embellished with flower-like designs.

Etymology

Past participle of floriate, derived from Latin florīātus. This form became the standard adjective in English describing objects or designs that have been adorned with floral elements.

Kelly Says

When you see a fancy wedding invitation with delicate flowers painted around the borders, that's floriated design! Artists still use this technique today, and it's one of the oldest ways humans made things beautiful.

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