panoply

Meanings

• noun

  A grand display or array of something, typically a wide range of objects or abilities.

  - "The museum offered a panoply of exhibits for visitors."
  - "The novel provided a panoply of characters and themes."
  - "The symphony presented a panoply of emotions."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈpænəpli/
   
   
   
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Variants

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panoplies , panoply

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Etymology

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From the Greek word panoplia, meaning 'all arms' or 'complete equipment'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'panoply' comes from the Greek word panoplia, which means 'all arms' or 'complete equipment'.

2. In ancient Greece, a panoply was a full suit of armor.

3. The term 'panoply' has been used in various fields, including literature, art, music, and politics.

4. The word 'panoply' is often used metaphorically to describe a wide range of things, from emotions to ideas.

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Related Concepts

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1. Display: Related to the concept of displaying a wide range of items or information.

2. Spectacle: Related to the idea of a grand and impressive show or presentation.

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Culture

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In literature and art, panoply often refers to a grand display or array of things. It can also symbolize completeness or abundance. For example, in Shakespeare's 'Henry V', the Chorus describes the preparations for battle as 'panoply and pavilion'.

How to Memorize "panoply"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a grand display or array of objects or abilities.
   - Think of a museum with a wide range of exhibits.
   - Visualize a symphony orchestra preparing for a performance.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'panoply' with the idea of a grand display or array.
   - Think of the word 'complete' or 'abundant' when you see or hear the word 'panoply'.
   - Remember that 'panoply' can refer to a wide range of things, from objects to emotions.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym P-A-N-O-P-L-Y to remember the meaning: 'Pan' for grand, 'Op' for display or array, 'Ly' for wide range.

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