bay wreath

/beɪ riθ/
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Other forms: bay wreaths

Definitions of bay wreath
  1. noun
    (antiquity) a wreath of laurel foliage worn on the head as an emblem of victory
    synonyms: laurel, laurel wreath
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    type of:
    chaplet, coronal, garland, lei, wreath
    flower arrangement consisting of a circular band of foliage or flowers for ornamental purposes
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