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caparison definition
ca·pari·son (kə par′i sən, -zən)
noun
- an ornamented covering for a horse; trappings
- clothing, equipment, and ornaments; outfit
Etymology: Fr caparaçon < OProv caparasso, large hooded cloak < capa: see cape
transitive verb
- to cover (a horse) with trappings
- to adorn with rich clothing; deck out
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