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 attire2: something forming a protective covering3 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>