1. (n.) A garland or wreath hanging in a depending curve, used in decoration for festivals, etc.; anything arranged in this way.

2. (n.) A carved ornament consisting of flowers, and leaves, intermixed or twisted together, wound with a ribbon, and hanging or depending in a natural curve

3. (v. t.) To form in festoons, or to adorn with festoons.

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