trappings

/ˈtræpɪŋz/
noun
  1. The outward signs, features, or objects associated with a particular situation, role, or way of life.
    • She wanted a simple wedding without the trappings of a big, expensive ceremony.
    • The new CEO enjoyed all the trappings of power, including a corner office and a company car.
    • The trappings of fame, like paparazzi and constant attention, can be overwhelming.
  2. The ornamental coverings and harness for a horse.
    • The museum displayed a set of medieval horse trappings made of leather and brass.
    • At the parade, the horses wore colorful trappings that matched their riders' uniforms.
    • The knight's horse was decorated with elaborate trappings of gold and silk.
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