array
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7.7
- noun
- /əˈreɪ/
- Archaic
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- As they entered the exposition, a dazzling array of sights and sounds inundated their senses.
- a dazzling array
Examples
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She arrived at the gala in a stunning array of jewels and a glamorous gown.
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Sunday comes apace... and we will have rings and things in fine array.
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As the custom is, in all her best array, bear her to church.
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In all the grand array of pomp and power.
Academic text (2017) -
Each escaramuza team has an array of colorful traditional dresses worn over crinolines and high boots.
Academic text (1994) -
And they adorned themselves in rich apparel and costly array, with veils of blue and purple and scarlet, and fine twined linen wrought in Egypt.
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Although most men wore only amulets and rings, women adorned themselves with dazzling arrays of earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and brooches.
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The bride wore a magnificent array of traditional attire that captivated everyone at the ceremony.
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At the festival, attendees showcased an impressive array of colorful costumes that celebrated their heritage.
Synonyms
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1.1
A set of clothes and accessories worn for a particular occasion
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3.8
Clothing for a particular purpose or event
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5.6
A complete outfit of clothes with matching pieces
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7.1
Fancy clothes and jewelry worn for a special occasion
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9.1
People wear very special clothes and objects at ceremonies to show rank
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9.9
Fine clothes like robes made of silk
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Etymology
Array comes from an old French verb arayer meaning 'to put in order' or 'make ready', and it later came to mean 'dress' or fine clothing. That's why someone in their finest array is dressed up in bright, careful clothes.