ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -A garland is a long string that is usually draped along a wall or over an object. It can be hung in a circular shape, but it is flexible and free-flowing. A wreath is rigid and fixed into a ring position and is usually hung from a door.

Detailed explanation-2: -: a decorative arrangement of foliage or flowers on a circular base. a Christmas wreath. : a band of intertwined flowers or leaves worn as a mark of honor or victory : garland. a laurel wreath. : something having a circular or coiling form.

Detailed explanation-3: -Garlands are made not only to adorn deities and individuals; they are also used to beautify the spaces and objects. On special occasions, the frame of the main entrance of homes may be decorated with a thoranam (a garland usually comprising mango leaves and flowers) as a symbol to welcome auspiciousness.

Detailed explanation-4: -Definitions of garland. flower arrangement consisting of a circular band of foliage or flowers for ornamental purposes. synonyms: chaplet, coronal, lei, wreath. types: crown.

Detailed explanation-5: -The word wreath comes from the word “writhen” that was an old English word meaning “to writhe” or “to twist.” The art of hanging Christmas wreaths originated from the Romans who hung wreaths on their doors as a sign of victory and of their status in society.