DictionaryswagDrooping decoration
noun / verb

swag

A decorative hanging curve, or arranging material in such a curve.

A swag of evergreen branches hangs above the front door.

Etymology

Swag has an old association with sagging or hanging heavily. Decoration uses it for material suspended in a curved, drooping arrangement.

More examples

  • We swag the fabric between hooks above the window.
  • Silk swags frame the stage.
  • She swagged the garland across the mantel.

Forms

swag · swags · swagged · swagging

Similar words

festoon
Also a hanging decorative chain, often of flowers or leaves.
drape
Describes arranging hanging fabric without requiring a curved loop.