regalia
the ensigns or emblems of royalty, as the crown or scepter.
the decorations, insignia, or ceremonial clothes of any office or order.
rich, fancy, or dressy clothing; finery: guests wearing formal party regalia.
royal rights or privileges.
Origin of regalia
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How to use regalia in a sentence
The second thing he does, is he comes out not dressed in the full papal regalia but in the simple white cassock.
A Prominent Jesuit Talks About the Order’s First Pope | Abby Haglage | March 14, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTIn his mind, “Yedu Nesu has the sole rights to market, distribute and manufacture the brand…the Robert Mugabe regalia.”
Robert Mugabe-Inspired Fashion Line Lands In Hot Water | Misty White Sidell | March 14, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTI had to take it off today because I had to go vote and you're not allowed in the polling places with Obama regalia.
Where We Found Ethan Hawke, Harvey Weinstein, and Jessica Alba Last Night | Rachel Syme | November 5, 2008 | THE DAILY BEASTThey come in wonderful hunting regalia and in all the wonderful splendor of the Britisher when he is afield.
In Africa | John T. McCutcheonThey were in full regalia, with mourning badges, and carried inverted torches.
Unveiling a Parallel | Alice Ilgenfritz Jones and Ella Marchant
See how the stars are shining!like great crown jewelsDeitys regalia!
The Sorrows of Satan | Marie CorelliOther bearers followed, keeping step and carrying the regalia, consisting of chrysanthemum stalks and blossoms.
Japanese Fairy World | William Elliot GriffisWhile they were thus employed their more fortunate comrades appeared in full war regalia.
White Otter | Elmer Russell Gregor
British Dictionary definitions for regalia
/ (rɪˈɡeɪlɪə) /
the ceremonial emblems or robes of royalty, high office, an order, etc
any splendid or special clothes; finery
Origin of regalia
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