noun
caparison
Caparison (noun) means the often ornamental coverings for an animal, especially a horse or an elephant.
noun
1
The often ornamental coverings for an animal, especially a horse or an elephant.
2
Gay or rich clothing.
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Etymology
From Middle French caparasson (Modern French caparaçon), from Old Spanish caparazón, from Old Occitan capairon.
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What is the meaning of caparison?
"caparison" (noun) means the often ornamental coverings for an animal, especially a horse or an elephant.
What are the different meanings of caparison?
"caparison" has 2 main meanings: 1. The often ornamental coverings for an animal, especially a horse or an elephant; 2. Gay or rich clothing.