Gnomed

/noʊmd/ adjective

Definition

Decorated with, inhabited by, or resembling garden gnomes; given a whimsical, gnome-like quality.

Etymology

From 'gnome' (from Greek 'gnōmē' meaning 'thought' or 'knowledge') plus the suffix '-ed' indicating a state or condition. Modern usage primarily refers to the garden ornament versions rather than mythological creatures.

Kelly Says

A 'gnomed garden' is basically what happens when someone decides their yard needs tiny bearded philosophers watching over the petunias—it's one of the few English words that describes a specific aesthetic choice.

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