Definition

Adjective: - Fringed or adorned with tassels: Describes an object that is decorated with or has tassels attached to it. A tassel is a bunch of loose threads or cords bound at one end and hanging free at the other, used as an ornament.

Usage

The word "tasselled" is used to describe items that are decorated with tassels, typically for ornamental purposes. It is the British English spelling; the American English spelling is "tasseled."

Examples

• The elegant sofa was tasselled with gold cords on each cushion.
• She wore a beautiful, tasselled shawl to the evening party.
• The heavy, tasselled curtains added a regal feel to the room.

Advanced Usage

• Descriptive Use: Often used in fashion, interior design, and historical descriptions to add detail about decorative elements.
  • The general's uniform was complete with a tasselled epaulette.

Variants and Related Words

• Tassel (noun): The ornamental bunch of threads itself.
  • The graduation cap had a blue and gold tassel.
• Tasseled (adjective): The American English spelling of "tasselled."

Synonyms

• Fringed: Having a decorative border of hanging threads.
• Adorned: Decorated or embellished.
• Bedecked: Decorated in a showy way.

Antonyms

• Plain: Not decorated or elaborate.
• Unadorned: Without any decoration.

Related Phrases and Descriptions

• Tasselled edge: A border or hem that is finished with tassels.
  • The antique map had a tasselled edge.
• Tasselled cord: A rope or cord that has tassels attached to its ends.
  • He pulled the tasselled cord to ring the bell.

Adjective

1. fringed or adorned with tassels