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Added 9 October 2026

ornamental

/ˌɔː.nəˈmɛn.təl/ noun

noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about ornamental at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

Any plant grown for its beauty or ornamental value.

adjective

Serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose.
cosmetic fenders on cars

Origin

From ornament + -al.

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