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paraphernalia

nounfemininegeneral useuncommon/pɐɾɐfɨɾnɐˈliɐ/pa·ra·fer·na·li·a

Definition

1

A collection of objects, equipment, or apparatus, often considered excessive or complicated.

Usage examples

“He brought all the photographic paraphernalia for the shoot.”
“The ritual required a specific paraphernalia of candles and incense.”

Common combinations

electronic paraphernaliascientific paraphernaliaall the paraphernalia