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ornate

Syllabification: (or·nate)

Pronunciation: /ôrˈnāt/

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Definition of ornate

adjective

made in an intricate shape or decorated with complex patterns:an ornate wrought-iron railing
(of literary style) using unusual words and complex constructions:peculiarly ornate and metaphorical language
(of musical composition or performance) using many ornaments such as grace notes and trills.