Etymology:
Meaning:
Equipment or accessories, especially for military or ceremonial use.
Origin:
The term "accoutrement" originally referred to the equipment carried by a soldier, particularly a sword and its scabbard or belt. This usage dates back to the 15th century, when soldiers wore elaborate suits of armor and carried a variety of weapons and tools.
Over time, the term came to be applied to any type of equipment or accessory, especially those that are decorative or ceremonial in nature. For example, a cheerleader's pom-poms or a police officer's badge can both be referred to as accoutrements.
In modern usage, "accoutrement" is often used in a humorous or sarcastic way to refer to something that is superfluous or unnecessary. For example, someone who is wearing a lot of jewelry or carrying a lot of accessories might be said to be "bedecked in accoutrements."
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