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redecoration

dec·o·ra·tion
R r

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [dek-uh-rey-shuh n]
    • /ˌdɛk əˈreɪ ʃən/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [dek-uh-rey-shuh n]
    • /ˌdɛk əˈreɪ ʃən/

Definitions of redecoration word

  • noun redecoration something used for decorating; adornment; embellishment: The gymnasium was adorned with posters and crepe-paper decorations for the dance. 1
  • noun redecoration the act of decorating. 1
  • noun redecoration interior decoration. 1
  • noun redecoration a badge, medal, etc., conferred and worn as a mark of honor: a decoration for bravery. 1
  • abbreviation REDECORATION refurbishment 1
See all 5 definitions of redecoration

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Origin of redecoration

First appearance:

before 1575
One of the 34% oldest English words
1575-85; < Late Latin decorātiōn- (stem of decorātiō) an ornament. See decorate, -ion

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Parts of speech for Redecoration

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Full grammatical hierarchy of Redecoration

redecoration popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 94% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 64% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

redecoration usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for redecoration

noun redecoration

  • modernization — to make modern; give a new or modern character or appearance to: to modernize one's ideas; to modernize a kitchen.
  • beautification — Making beautiful, beautifying, improving the appearance of something.
All 2 Synonyms of redecoration

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