variants
or accouterments
as in equipment
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 accoutrements
Instead of shredding the roast pork, as seen in so many versions — including the Cubano at El Puro — at Azucar, the chefs slice it to better achieve the goal of having the perfect ratio of meat, cheese and accoutrements in each and every bite.
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Timothy Depeugh, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2025
Only use storage boxes to neatly fold away gloves, scarves, and other winter accoutrements.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025
This DreamSky pick maintains the beloved look of an analog digital Timex, while covertly offering modern accoutrements like a dimmable LED display, a sleep timer, and a USB port.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025
Worried by the over-commercialization of Mount Everest, Kanchha often expressed frustration over the crowds, parties, and extravagant accoutrements at Base Camp.
—Bhadra Sharma, Outside, 17 Oct. 2025
Dollop on a bit of ssamjang and whatever other accoutrements float your boat, like a spoonful of rice to fill out your bite, some pa-muchim to add crunch and acid, or any banchan or kimchi.
—Irene Yoo
september 26, Literary Hub, 26 Sep. 2025
The accoutrements seek to match the elevated aesthetic of the lounge, which features floral decor and swanky touches like chandeliers above the tables.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 25 Sep. 2025
The source of all these accoutrements?
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Crème de la Crème is popular for home goods and is stocked with an assortment of glassware, candles, linens, and garden accoutrements.
—Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
Timothy Depeugh, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2025
Only use storage boxes to neatly fold away gloves, scarves, and other winter accoutrements.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025
This DreamSky pick maintains the beloved look of an analog digital Timex, while covertly offering modern accoutrements like a dimmable LED display, a sleep timer, and a USB port.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025
Worried by the over-commercialization of Mount Everest, Kanchha often expressed frustration over the crowds, parties, and extravagant accoutrements at Base Camp.
—Bhadra Sharma, Outside, 17 Oct. 2025
Dollop on a bit of ssamjang and whatever other accoutrements float your boat, like a spoonful of rice to fill out your bite, some pa-muchim to add crunch and acid, or any banchan or kimchi.
—Irene Yoo
september 26, Literary Hub, 26 Sep. 2025
The accoutrements seek to match the elevated aesthetic of the lounge, which features floral decor and swanky touches like chandeliers above the tables.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 25 Sep. 2025
The source of all these accoutrements?
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Crème de la Crème is popular for home goods and is stocked with an assortment of glassware, candles, linens, and garden accoutrements.
—Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accoutrements
Noun
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Rubber bands can be used to adjust the tack and equipment to best fit the riders.—
Sydney Sasser,
Arkansas Online,
30 Oct. 2025
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Cardinal Health — The drug and medical equipment distributor surged more than 10% on the heels of better-than-expected fiscal first-quarter results.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Several sections south of town offered up steep, short, rocky inclines that did not feel particularly rideable on a bike loaded with camping gear and five days of food and fuel.—
Shaun McKinnon,
AZCentral.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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Skiing has a reputation for being a pricey hobby, from the expensive gear to the ever-rising lift tickets and luxe mountainside hotels.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The Hall of Flame Museum of Firefighting in Phoenix, home to the world’s largest collection of fire apparatus, is seeking the community’s help after recent flood damage.—
Wren Smetana,
AZCentral.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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In some ways, IndyCar is more independent, where the individual holds more of an onus to deliver versus the entire apparatus.—
Nick Remsen,
Vogue,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Accoutrements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accoutrements. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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