accouterment
Definition
- Noun:
- An accessory item of dress or equipment: An "accouterment" is an article of clothing or a piece of equipment that is worn or carried for practical or decorative purposes but is not considered part of one's primary or essential clothing.
- An identifying and often superficial characteristic or device: In a broader, often figurative sense, it can refer to a characteristic or object associated with a particular role, lifestyle, or activity.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The soldier checked all his accouterments, including his belt, canteen, and ammunition pouches, before the mission.
- Her silk scarf and leather gloves were elegant accouterments to her winter coat.
- For many, a smartphone has become a standard accouterment of modern life.
Advanced Usage
- Figurative Use: Used to describe trappings or accessories associated with a particular status, job, or lifestyle.
- The luxurious office, with its original art and antique desk, was just one of the accouterments of his powerful position.
Variants and Related Words
- Accoutrement: This is a common alternate spelling, especially in British English.
- He was fascinated by the historical accoutrements of a knight's armor.
- Accouter (verb): To provide with equipment or dress, especially in a military context.
- The troops were accoutered for a long campaign.
Synonyms
- Accessory: An article or item used to complement one's outfit or equipment.
- Appurtenance: An accessory or other item associated with a particular activity or style of living.
- Gear: Equipment or apparatus used for a specific activity.
Related Phrases
- "Trappings of [something]": The outward signs, features, or objects associated with a particular situation, role, or status. This phrase is closely related to the figurative use of "accouterment."
- She enjoyed the trappings of success but not the hard work it required.
Noun
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clothing that is worn or carried, but not part of your main clothing
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