decorating (A2)
gerund
Pronunciation: /ˈdɛkəreɪtɪŋ/
Definition
The action or process of making something look more attractive by adding decorative items or coating it with color.
Examples
The children loved decorating the Christmas tree with ornaments.
He's a professional decorator, specializing in interior decorating.
We spent the afternoon decorating the cake with frosting and sprinkles.
How to Use decorating
- decorate with (prepositional phrase)
- To add decorative items to something using specific materials. — "They were decorating the room with balloons and streamers."
- decorating for (prepositional phrase)
- To add decorations for a specific occasion or purpose. — "We are decorating for the party tonight."
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