1
: something intertwined or arranged in a circular shape: such as
a
: a decorative arrangement of foliage or flowers on a circular base
a Christmas wreath
b
: a band of intertwined flowers or leaves worn as a mark of honor or victory : garland
a laurel wreath
2
: something having a circular or coiling form
a wreath of smoke
Examples of wreath in a Sentence
The President laid a wreath of flowers on the hero's grave.
The ancient Romans awarded laurel wreaths to winners of athletic contests.
Every December, I put a Christmas wreath on my front door.
Recent Examples on the Web
Before speaking at Arlington National Cemetery with Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Trump placed a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
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Ty Roush, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
Use them to hang wreaths, yes, but also bathroom towels, lightweight coats, backpacks, and cooking utensils, too.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 May 2025
At one point, Palou climbed onto its roof and raised his arms in triumph, the winning wreath draped around his neck.
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2025
The crowd also saw and heard a color guard flag ceremony, a wreath presentation and musical performances.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 26 May 2025
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Ty Roush, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
Use them to hang wreaths, yes, but also bathroom towels, lightweight coats, backpacks, and cooking utensils, too.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 May 2025
At one point, Palou climbed onto its roof and raised his arms in triumph, the winning wreath draped around his neck.
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2025
The crowd also saw and heard a color guard flag ceremony, a wreath presentation and musical performances.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 26 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for wreath
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“Wreath.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wreath. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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