ornamental Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun any plant grown for its beauty or ornamental value
  2. adjective satellite serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose
    decorative; cosmetic.
    • cosmetic fenders on cars
    • the buildings were utilitarian rather than decorative

WordNet

Or`na*men"tal adjective
Etymology
Cf. F. ornemental.
Definitions
  1. Serving to ornament; characterized by ornament; beautifying; embellishing.
    Some think it most ornamental to wear their bracelets on their wrists; others, about their ankles. Sir T. Browne.

Webster 1913