Main Entry: pan·o·ply

Pronunciation: \ˈpa-nə-plē\

Function: noun

Inflected Form(s): plural pan·o·plies

Etymology: Greek panoplia, from pan- + hopla arms, armor, plural of hoplon tool, weapon — more at hoplite

Date: 1632

1 a : a full suit of armor b : ceremonial attire
2 : something forming a protective covering
3 a : a magnificent or impressive array <the full panoply of a military funeral> b : a display of all appropriate appurtenances <no need for the panoply of power>