Meaning & use
accoutrement
An additional item of equipment or clothing, especially one that is characteristic of a particular activity or style.
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He arrived at the camping trip with every accoutrement imaginable, from a compass to a stove.
The knight's accoutrements included a helmet, shield, and ceremonial sword.
A note on using this word
Usually used in the plural to describe a full set of equipment or trappings associated with an activity or role.
Words with a similar meaning
accessorygear
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