[fɛˈstuːn], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a chain or garland of flowers, leaves, or ribbons, hung in a curve as a decoration

- a Eurasian butterfly or moth patterned with dark arcs on a lighter background


Phrases:

Origin:
mid 17th century: from French feston, from Italian festone ‘festal ornament’, from festum, (plural) festa ‘feast’

[fɛˈstuːn], (Verb)

Definitions:
- adorn (a place) with chains, garlands, or other decorations
(e.g: the staffroom was festooned with balloons and streamers)


Phrases:

Origin:
mid 17th century: from French feston, from Italian festone ‘festal ornament’, from festum, (plural) festa ‘feast’