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Ornamental Definition & Meaning

ornamental
adjective
  1. serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose; "cosmetic fenders on cars"; "the buildings were utilitarian rather than decorative"
noun
  1. any plant grown for its beauty or ornamental value

"Ornamental" in song lyrics

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  • "ozark ornamental"
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Frequently asked questions

What does ornamental mean?
serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose; "cosmetic fenders on cars"; "the buildings were utilitarian rather than decorative" any plant grown for its beauty or ornamental value
What part of speech is ornamental?
Ornamental is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does ornamental have?
Ornamental has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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