Definition of "ornamentations" []

• Plural form of ornamentation. (noun)

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• "However, we soon reached the summit, and, when our eyes had adjusted themselves to the light, we discovered – guided by an encouraging voice – a nice old man sitting cross-legged on the floor, very much as nature made him, but for a coating of ashes and white paint laid on in ornamentations and tattooings."
• "Usually the "ornamentations" are prescribed for all members of a tribe of the same sex, and their acceptance is rigidly enforced."
• "Wide vocal ranges, intricate ornamentations and phrase lengths requiring immense breath control attest to the virtuosity of medieval choristers."