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habiliment

/həˈbɪlɪmənt/

NOUN

1. Clothing and personal attire

Clothing or garments worn by a person, particularly attire appropriate for a particular occupation, social position, activity, or occasion.

1.1. General clothing and everyday attire

Refers to clothing or garments worn to cover the body, including ordinary outfits and apparel used in everyday life.

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  • The traveler packed his habiliment carefully before departing on the long journey.
  • The store offered a wide selection of habiliment for customers of all ages.
  • Her elegant habiliment reflected her personal style and attention to fashion.

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1.2. Ceremonial and formal clothing

Describes distinctive garments worn for religious ceremonies, official functions, traditional occasions, or events requiring special attire and formal presentation.

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  • The priest wore elaborate habiliment during the traditional religious ceremony.
  • The royal family displayed their ceremonial habiliment during the coronation.
  • The theatrical production required elaborate habiliment to distinguish each character.

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2. Equipment and characteristic accessories

The equipment, accessories, furnishings, or distinctive outward attributes associated with a particular person, place, role, or activity.

2.1. Equipment and accompanying accessories

Refers to the equipment, accessories, or characteristic items that accompany a person, occupation, activity, or particular setting.

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  • The medieval knight's habiliment included the armor and equipment associated with his military role.
  • The ceremonial hall was decorated with the traditional habiliment of royal authority.
  • The elaborate habiliment of the ancient temple reflected its religious significance.

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