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decorative

/dɛkrətɪv/

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1 · adjective

used to make something look attractive

装饰性的

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Decorative tiles line the entrance to the old house.
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装饰瓷砖铺在老房子的入口处。
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Pronunciation: /dɛkrətɪv/

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