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- [trap-ingz]
- /ˈtræp ɪŋz/
- /ˈtræp.ɪŋz/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [trap-ingz]
- /ˈtræp ɪŋz/
Definitions of trappings word
- noun trappings articles of equipment or dress, especially of an ornamental character. 1
- noun trappings conventional adornment; characteristic signs: trappings of democracy. 1
- noun trappings Sometimes, trapping. an ornamental covering for a horse; caparison. 1
- noun plural trappings The trappings of power, wealth, or a particular job are the extra things, such as decorations and luxury items, that go with it. 0
- noun plural trappings the accessories and adornments that characterize or symbolize a condition, office, etc 0
- noun plural trappings a ceremonial harness for a horse or other animal, including bridles, saddles, etc 0
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Origin of trappings
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
Middle English word dating back to 1350-1400; See origin at trap2, -ing1, -s3
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Parts of speech for Trappings
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
trappings popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 68% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 53% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
trappings usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for trappings
noun trappings
- accouterment — an accoutering or being accoutered
- accoutrement — Accoutrements are all the things you have with you when you travel or when you take part in a particular activity.
- accoutrements — all the things you have with you when you travel or take part in a particular activity, such as clothing and equipment
- appointment — The appointment of a person to a particular job is the choice of that person to do it.
- attirement — dress; attire.
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