accoutrement

noun

ə-ˈkü-trə-mənt How to pronounce accoutrement (audio)
variants or accouterment
Definition of accoutrementnext
1
as in accessory
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment this vacuum cleaner has all of the accoutrements for cleaning furniture as well as floors

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2
as in equipment
accoutrements or accouterments plural items needed for the performance of a task or activity has all the accoutrements that the home pastry chef could ever want

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Recent Examples of accoutrement Plus, expect all the usual Chicago festival accoutrements, including stages featuring La Luz and Sun Ra Arkestra. — Jennifer Day, Chicago Tribune, 24 Sep. 2026 There is also a brisket burger with a chipotle brioche bun and all the accoutrements. — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Aug. 2026 With the first real week of preseason football in the books, the regular season feels well within reach, and with that, the accoutrements that go along with it as well. — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 Aug. 2026 The renovation reduced the room count, giving the compact quarters (300-537 square feet) a little more breathing space for today’s travelers and all their accoutrements. — Jacqui Gifford, Travel + Leisure, 17 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for accoutrement
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accoutrement
  1. accessory
  2. equipment
  3. option
  4. stuff
  5. appliance
  6. accessories
  7. hardware
  8. apparatus
Noun
  • Its thrift store is stocked with clothes and items collected during student move-outs when many items get left behind, including Halloween costumes and accessories.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2026
  • But the versatility of the color doesn’t end with clothes; the beauty of camel extends to accessories, making even the smallest details feel luxe.
    — InStyle, InStyle, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of accessory
Noun
  • Federal policy now allows businesses to deduct domestic research costs immediately, leaving more capital available for engineers, prototypes, and equipment.
    — Rick Lazio, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
  • There was little in the way of heavy equipment immediately available.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of equipment
Noun
  • The Royals could also decline All-Star closer Carlos Estévez’s club option.
    — Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Ukraine believes security guarantees backed by Western allies are essential to any future settlement, ideally in the form of NATO membership — an option Vladimir Putin has rejected.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of option
Noun
  • But Cathcarts can’t use the Flora stuff because they’re not supposed to know about the honey trap, not that Morgan knows that he is not supposed to know.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Capricorn December 22 – January 19 The everyday stuff could go surprisingly well today.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of stuff
Noun
  • Kitchen priorities, hit sink handles, countertops, drawer and refrigerator handles, switches, trash can lids and appliances.
    — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The 756-square-foot home had been renovated with wide-plank maple floors, a kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, and an open living and dining area.
    — Heather Senison, New York Times, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of appliance
Noun
  • But this fall, designers are offering outerwear and accessories applying the material to a variety of familiar shapes that might otherwise be cut from wool felt or gabardine.
    — Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2026
  • As for accessories, Ross opted for chain-like statment earrings in gold and black with diamonds.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2026
Definition of accessories
Noun
  • There is also a chance Witt takes home more hardware this offseason.
    — Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 3 Nov. 2026
  • The second-generation prototype, Max 2, is expected to incorporate several hardware changes.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of hardware
Noun
  • Cameron said 27 fire stations are operating with three firefighters on apparatus instead of four, forcing crews to do the work of a four-person team with one fewer firefighter.
    — Caroline Foreback, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026
  • There was a time in this country when arts criticism was valued as a worthwhile pursuit unto itself, as opposed to a wonky and unreliable component of the promotional apparatus.
    — David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of apparatus

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“Accoutrement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accoutrement. Accessed 8 Nov. 2026.

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