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trappings


Meanings
  • The decorative accessories or articles used to adorn or embellish something, typically a room or a person.

    - "The trappings of a rich man's study included a fine leather chair, an ornate wooden desk, and numerous books and art objects. "
    - "Her trappings were simple but elegant: a silk blouse, a pair of well-tailored trousers, and a leather belt to hold it all together."

Pronunciation




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Rhymes
Words rhyming with trappings
harnesses , harasses , marches , carries , apparels , appearances
Homophones
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  1. ["trappings", "raptures"]

  2. ["trappings", "crapping"]

  3. ["trappings", "trapings"]


Variants
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trapping , trappings
Forms
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trappings (plural noun), trappings (uncountable noun), a setting or background (uncountable noun), trappings (plural noun), trapping (gerund), to ensnare or catch (gerund), trappings (plural noun), trapping (noun), an enclosed or confined area (noun), trappings (plural noun), trap (noun), a device or contrivance for catching or ensnaring (noun), trappings (plural noun), trapping (noun), the act or process of trapping or ensnaring (noun)


Etymology
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Old French 'trapage', from 'trapper' to trap or ensnare.


Related Concepts
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  1. decor: The arrangement of furniture, ornaments, and other items to create an attractive and pleasing environment.

  2. furnishings: The movable items, such as chairs, tables, beds, and cabinets, that are used to furnish or equip a room, building, or other space.

  3. interior design: The art and science of enhancing the interior of a building or other structure to support the health, safety, comfort, and functionality of its occupants.

  4. home decor: The art and practice of decorating and furnishing a home or other living space, in order to create a pleasant, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing environment for its occupants.


Culture
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In literature and art, trappings often refer to the external and superficial aspects of something, such as the clothes, furnishings, or accessories that adorn a person or a place. Trappings can also refer to the ceremonial or ritualistic aspects of something, such as the symbols, gestures, or customs that are associated with a particular culture, religion, or tradition. In short, trappings can refer to the external, superficial, or decorative aspects of something, as well as the ceremonial, ritualistic, or symbolic aspects of something.

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