ornamental
//ˌɔːr.nəˈmen.təl//
Adjective
ornamentalCanonical form
more ornamentalComparative
most ornamentalSuperlative
1
Serving or intended as an ornament; decorative rather than functional.
The ornamental gate at the entrance is beautiful but serves no practical purpose.
2
(Of a plant) grown for its attractive appearance rather than for food or other practical purposes.
She planted ornamental grasses in her garden for their beautiful foliage.
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Noun
ornamentalSingular
ornamentalsPlural
1
A plant cultivated for its beauty rather than for practical use.
She filled her garden with ornamentals like roses and tulips.