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Adjective: ornamental  ,or-nu'men-t(u)l
  1. Serving an aesthetic rather than a useful purpose
    "ornamental fenders on cars";
    - cosmetic, decorative
Noun: ornamental  ,or-nu'men-t(u)l
  1. Any plant grown for its beauty or ornamental value

Derived forms: ornamentals

See also: nonfunctional

Type of: flora, plant, plant life

Encyclopedia: Ornamental