festoon

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

noun a curtain of fabric draped and bound at intervals to form graceful curves
noun an embellishment consisting of a decorative representation of a string of flowers suspended between two points; used on pottery or in architectural work
noun flower chains suspended in curves between points as a decoration

From French feston.

The streets of Sardis were festooned with flowers. — A Victor of Salamis, William Stearns Davis
Spruce and hemlock sprouted everywhere, and garlands of ground-ivy festooned walls and chancel. — Children of the Tenements, Jacob A. (Jacob August) Riis
Bloom, holding in his hand Stephen’s hat, festooned with shavings, and ashplant, stands irresolute. — Ulysses, James Joyce

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