1. a wreath or chain of flowers, leaves, or other material worn on the head or hung as decoration
2. a collection of poems or literary pieces, often an anthology
Usage: literary; somewhat dated

1. to decorate with a garland or garlands

Examples

• The bride wore a delicate garland of white roses in her hair.
• The town square was decorated with garlands of evergreen branches for the holiday.
• They garland the entrance with flowers every spring.
• The festival featured garlands strung between the trees.
• She received a garland of praise for her outstanding performance.