ornamental

/ˌɔːrnəˈmɛntl/
noun
  1. A plant that is grown for its beauty rather than for food or other practical use.
    • Many ornamentals require special care to thrive indoors.
    • Ornamentals like roses and tulips are popular in home gardens.
    • The nursery sells both vegetables and ornamentals for landscaping.
adjective
  1. Designed or used to make something look more attractive, rather than for a practical purpose.
    • The fence is ornamental and does not keep animals out.
    • She wore an ornamental necklace that was purely decorative.
    • The garden has many ornamental shrubs that bloom in spring.
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