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ornamental

[awr-nuh-men-tl] / ˌɔr nəˈmɛn tl /


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Many of his projects remain intact, including the ornamental lake he had dug, and a bathroom papered with a montage of original newspaper clippings chronicling major events from the early 20th century.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026

Goldfish are among the most widely distributed ornamental fish in the world, and the global pet trade continues to move aquatic species across continents at unprecedented levels.

From Science Daily ● Jun. 26, 2026

Her life savings are tied up in a two-storey house in the planned development area, surrounded by ornamental and fruit trees.

From Barron's ● Jun. 24, 2026

A Met Police chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear team was seen near the park's bandstand on Friday and police divers were spotted near the Round Pond ornamental lake.

From BBC ● Apr. 18, 2026

When I came down again, I found Joe and Orlick sweeping up, without any other traces of discomposure than a slit in one of Orlick’s nostrils, which was neither expressive nor ornamental.

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens




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