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单词 trappings
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WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024
trap•pings /ˈtræpɪŋz/USA pronunciation   n. [plural]
  1. articles of equipment or dress:the trappings of her royal position.
  2. conventional forms or symbols, esp. when lacking true substance:They had all the trappings of democracy — elections and ballots—but none of the realities.

WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024
trap•pings  (trap′ingz),USA pronunciation n. (used with a plural v.)
  1. articles of equipment or dress, esp. of an ornamental character.
  2. conventional adornment;
    characteristic signs:trappings of democracy.
  3. Sometimes, trapping. an ornamental covering for a horse;
    caparison.
  • 1350–1400; Middle English; see trap2, -ing1, -s3
    • 1.See corresponding entry in Unabridged costume, raiment, attire, apparel.

Collins Concise English Dictionary © HarperCollins Publishers::
trappings /ˈtræpɪŋz/ pl n
  1. the accessories and adornments that characterize or symbolize a condition, office, etc: the visible trappings of success
  2. a ceremonial harness for a horse or other animal, including bridles, saddles, etc
Etymology: 16th Century: from trap²
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