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[fɛˈstuːn], (Noun)
Definitions:
- a chain or garland of flowers, leaves, or ribbons, hung in a curve as a decoration
- a Eurasian butterfly or moth patterned with dark arcs on a lighter background
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Origin
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mid 17th century: from French feston, from Italian festone ‘festal ornament’, from festum, (plural) festa ‘feast’
[fɛˈstuːn], (Verb)
Definitions:
- adorn (a place) with chains, garlands, or other decorations
(e.g: the staffroom was festooned with balloons and streamers)
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Origin
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mid 17th century: from French feston, from Italian festone ‘festal ornament’, from festum, (plural) festa ‘feast’
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