bunting
What is another word for bunting? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — Strips of small flags or colored triangular fabric strung up as festive decoration.
We haven't recorded synonyms for bunting yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use bunting
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
string of bunting
festive bunting
snow bunting
Etymology
Possibly from an old dialect word meaning "to sift flour", referring to the plain woven cloth once used for sifting and later for making flags.
Full origin of bunting →Frequently asked questions
What does “bunting” mean?
The word “bunting” means strips of small flags or colored triangular fabric strung up as festive decoration. In plain terms, decorative flag strings for celebrations, or, separately, a type of small bird or a baby's wrapped outerwear.
How do you pronounce “bunting”?
“Bunting” is pronounced BUHN-tihng (/ˈbʌntɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “bunting” in a sentence?
Here is “bunting” used in a sentence: “They hung bunting across the garden for the street party.”
What part of speech is “bunting”?
“Bunting” is a noun.
How many meanings does “bunting” have?
“Bunting” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: strips of small flags or colored triangular fabric strung up as festive decoration.
