Wreathe

usgb/riːð/
verb

To surround, cover, or adorn with or as if with a wreath or a similar decoration.

The ancient statue's head was wreathed in ivy.
Visual representation of "wreathe" - To surround, cover, or adorn with or as if with a wreath or a similar decoration.

Often appears as...

  • wreathe in
  • wreathe around
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Visual representation of "wreathe"
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Visual Imagery

The word 'wreathe' evokes a vivid picture; use it to describe decorations that closely encircle or frame something.

Illustration for Visual Imagery
Candlelight wreathed the couple's faces during the ceremony.
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Adornment Focus

'Wreathe' often implies beautification or enhancement through encircling.

Illustration for Adornment Focus
They wreathed the wedding arch with vines and flowers.
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Metaphorical Use

Use 'wreathe' metaphorically to describe something non-physical surrounding another thing.

Illustration for Metaphorical Use
She was wreathed in an aura of mystery.
Visual representation of the word "Wreathe"

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