Bay Wreath (Noun)
Meaning
(antiquity) a wreath of laurel foliage worn on the head as an emblem of victory.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The triumphant general was crowned with a bay wreath as he rode through the streets of Rome.
- The ancient Greek athlete wore a bay wreath on his head after winning the Olympic competition.
- According to legend, Apollo himself bestowed a bay wreath upon the poet laureate.
- The Roman emperor's statue depicted him wearing a bay wreath, symbolizing his conquest of Egypt.
- The victors at the ancient Greek Games were awarded a bay wreath, which they wore with great pride.