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Third Person
decorates
Present Participle
decorating
Past Tense
decorated
Past Participle
decorated
1
to add beautiful things to something in order to make it look more attractive
transitive
- During the holiday season, people decorate their homes with colorful lights, wreaths, and ornaments.
- The cake decorator skillfully decorated the wedding cake with intricate designs.
- The artist worked to decorate the plain wall with a vibrant mural.
- The interior designer suggested using accent rugs to decorate the hardwood floors.
- She decided to decorate her garden with fairy lights and flowers.
2
to recognize and honor members of armed forces for their service, bravery, or achievements
transitive
- The President will decorate the soldier for injuries sustained in combat.
- The commanding officer decorated the marine with the Silver Star for valor in the face of enemy fire.
- During the ceremony, the admiral will decorate the sailor with the Navy Cross for acts of heroism at sea.
- The sergeant major decorated the corporal for meritorious service in a combat zone.
- The brigade commander decorated the troops with campaign medals for their contributions to the mission.