noun
trappings
noun
1
The outward items or symbols that come with a role, position, or status.
"He enjoyed all the trappings of success, from the car to the corner office."
2
Decorative coverings or harnesses for a horse.
"The knight's horse was decked out in ceremonial trappings."
How to Use Trappings
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe outward signs or accessories of something, especially wealth or status.
Common pairings
trappings of power
trappings of wealth
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Etymology
From trapping.