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noun

kə-ˈper-ə-sən How to pronounce caparison (audio)
Definition of caparisonnext
1
as in attire
dressy clothing attended the masquerade ball in the caparison of an Indian maharaja

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2
as in ornamentation
something that decorates or beautifies horses dressed in Old-West caparison for the parade

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caparison

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verb

1
as in to clothe
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes used to seeing him in a T-shirt and jeans, we were startled by the sight of strapping youth caparisoned for the prom in a tuxedo

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as in to adorn
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming the state's rolling hills are even more becoming when they are caparisoned in the glorious colors of autumn

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Recent Examples of caparison
Noun
The Thrissur Vadakkunnathan temple’s annual Pooram parade features about 100 elephants adorned in golden headgear and colorful silk caparisons. — ABC News, 3 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for caparison
  1. attire
  2. ornamentation
  3. clothe
  4. adorn
  5. costume
  6. ornament
  7. dress
  8. decorate
Noun
  • Every year, the LACMA Gala—which is supported by Gucci—produces memorable (and extremely glamorous) formal attire moments, and this evening was sure no different.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 8 Nov. 2026
  • The attention was in the detail, from Summit’s mixing table looking like an old computer monitor to the speakers having a ’90s computer casing around them, to backup dancers wearing corporate attire dancing in cubicle-like structures.
    — Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of attire
Noun
  • The White House last week unveiled a glitzy new website to showcase the arch, which is slated to rise in a mass of gold ornamentation and stately gray granite between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Nov. 2026
  • For a broader look at India’s adornment traditions, the Amrapali Museum offers an introduction to tribal jewelry and ornamentation from across the country, showcasing one of the largest collections of its kind.
    — Shalbha Sarda, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2026
Definition of ornamentation
Verb
  • Janet Jackson, clad in custom Luar, brought regal tailoring to the 2026 Latin Grammy Awards red carpet held at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Thursday night.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 13 Nov. 2026
  • In the earlier canvas, the subject, clad in filmy white and possessed of five arms, aims a gun at a diminutive male figure who appears to be dropping out of the sky.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of clothe
Verb
  • For a comfy, layered look, try mixing and matching with this grosgrain-trim version or this stunning pick adorned with an embroidered Christmas tree.
    — Kate Boswell, Southern Living, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Moroccan flags fluttered in schoolchildren’s hands, portraits of King Mohammed VI overlooked roundabouts and public squares, and the national coat of arms adorned major boulevards.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of adorn
Noun
  • Every guest gets one with a professional photographer, including hair, makeup, and costumes, from traditional to modern.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Don’t miss the Dolly Parton pet costume contest, First Responder Rescue Runway, car and bike show, food trucks, artists and vendors, Kids Zone and other activities.
    — Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of costume
Noun
  • There is also a personalization element, with customers able to have a festive ornament engraved or a greeting card written in calligraphy.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2026
  • There’s also a glass Bearista ornament, plush bag charm, an Owala Bearista water bottle, and a glass mug.
    — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of ornament
Verb
  • Boise State recommends dressing in warm layers and school colors; umbrellas and ponchos are allowed.
    — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 13 Nov. 2026
  • The Success model Success Academy has a reputation for strictness – for good or bad, there is emphasis on each student’s posture, attentiveness and dress in a way there is not at traditional public schools.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of dress
Verb
  • Children can write, decorate and post letters to Father Christmas at the store’s festive post boxes, and a family weekend in December will feature arts and crafts, snow globe making, temporary tattoos and photo opportunities.
    — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Any leftover pastry scraps can be gathered, rolled out again, and cut with cookie cutters, such as stars, to decorate the pie.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 Nov. 2026
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