paraphernalia
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[edit] Etymology
The origin of the word is Ancient Greek παρά (para) + φερνή (phernē) (“things additional to a dowry”). In the propertied classes, a dowry was placed under the control of the husband, while the 'paraphernalia' which she brought with her remained the wife’s property.
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[edit] Noun
paraphernalia (uncountable)
- (plural only; not used in singular form) Miscellaneous items, especially the set of equipment required for a particular activity; stuff.
- He has an impressive collection of bicycling paraphernalia, but he doesn't ride very often anymore.
- (archaic) Things a woman owns, apart from her dowry.
[edit] Translations
miscellaneous items, especially the set of equipment required for a particular activity; stuff
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