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caparison
ca·par·i·son [ kə párriss'n ] (plural ca·par·i·sons)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. decorative covering for horse: an ornamental covering for a horse, especially for a warhorse in former times
2. harness or saddle decorations: a decorative harness for a horse or decorations for its saddle or other fittings
3. elaborate clothing: elaborate or rich clothing and ornaments
[Early 16th century. < obsolete French caparasson]

ca·par·i·son transitive verb
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