caparison 1 of 2

noun

kə-ˈper-ə-sən How to pronounce caparison (audio)
Definition of caparisonnext
1
as in attire
dressy clothing attended the masquerade ball in the caparison of an Indian maharaja

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2
as in ornamentation
something that decorates or beautifies horses dressed in Old-West caparison for the parade

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caparison

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verb

1
as in to clothe
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes used to seeing him in a T-shirt and jeans, we were startled by the sight of strapping youth caparisoned for the prom in a tuxedo

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2
as in to adorn
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming the state's rolling hills are even more becoming when they are caparisoned in the glorious colors of autumn

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Recent Examples of caparison
Noun
The Thrissur Vadakkunnathan temple’s annual Pooram parade features about 100 elephants adorned in golden headgear and colorful silk caparisons. — ABC News, 3 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for caparison
  1. attire
  2. ornamentation
  3. clothe
  4. adorn
  5. costume
  6. ornament
  7. dress
  8. decorate
Noun
  • But this year, according to a dress code reviewed by The Athletic, women have been told that strapless, off-the-shoulder and spaghetti-strap attire is not permitted, with illustrations of appropriate and inappropriate wear for both men and women.
    — Nick Miller, New York Times, 4 July 2026
  • Shop More Loft Sales Talbots is the destination for elegant travel outfits and office-ready attire.
    — Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026
Definition of attire
Noun
  • The rear fenders are muscular without being bulky, and the tail has a clean, modern appearance that avoids excessive ornamentation.
    — Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • Scenes from the Old and New Testaments unfold across its length, set within an elaborate decorative scheme inspired by Roman ornamentation.
    — Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 26 June 2026
Definition of ornamentation
Verb
  • Ed Sheeran strides to Taylor Swift wedding Ed Sheeran, clad in a bright aqua blue suit, arrived holding hands with wife Cherry Seaborn.
    — Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • Craig Cutright, clad in khakis and a light gray blazer, sat behind Machado.
    — Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of clothe
Verb
  • He was surrounded by beige pleather armchairs gathered around low tables adorned with silk flowers.
    — Romina Ruiz-Goiriena, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • While male figures adorn the bills, recent years have seen the signatures of powerful women like Janet Yellen, Lynn Malerba, Azie Taylor Morton, and Rosa Gumataotao Rios quietly circulate on trillions of dollars.
    — Doug Melville, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
Definition of adorn
Noun
  • For those who love a ‘50s feel but prefer not to resemble a costume from the Spirit Halloween catalog, the On 34th minidress has that nostalgic look with a contemporary feel.
    — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 3 July 2026
  • McDaniel had purchased multiple superhero and supervillain costumes from overseas that were delivered to the two addresses, the affidavit said, citing customs records.
    — Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of costume
Noun
  • For the past decade, Heidi Vermilyea has been in charge of the parade souvenirs, selling hats, t-shirts, and Christmas tree ornaments out of a blue trailer.
    — Susan Bence, NPR, 4 July 2026
  • Hallmark and Disney will also release a collection of goodies inspired by the movie, including greeting cards, ornaments, gifts, gift wrap and other unique products.
    — Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
Definition of ornament
Verb
  • Style yours casually for daytime, then dress it up for fancy dinners.
    — Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 2 July 2026
  • Because a robot cannot yet dress itself, zippers, snaps, magnets and detachable modular pieces make each garment easy to put on, remove and maintain.
    — SJ Studio, Footwear News, 2 July 2026
Definition of dress
Verb
  • In fact, decorating your cubicle versus your laptop screen, might just be the way to move your career forward.
    — Colleen Batchelder, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • For the little ones, bring their bike, wagon, scooter or stroller to decorate before taking a Liberty Lap through the park.
    — Lesly Gregory, AJC.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of decorate

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