accoutrement

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Noun accoutrement has 1 sense

accessory, accoutrement, accouterment - clothing that is worn or carried, but not part of your main clothing
--₁ is a kind of clothing, article of clothing, vesture, wear
--₁ has particulars: belt; furnishings, trappings

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Accoutrement:

Definition: 1. additional items of dress or equipment, carried or worn by a person or used for a particular activity; 2. the characteristic equipment of a military officer or soldier, excluding weapons.

Part of Speech: noun

Senses:

Items of dress or equipment that are carried or worn by a person:

She wore a beautiful necklace and other accoutrements to the party.
The chef's apron and knives are essential accoutrements in the kitchen.

The characteristic equipment of a military officer or soldier:

The soldier polished his boots and organized his accoutrements before the inspection.
The general inspected the troops and checked their accoutrements.