noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A pageant; a colourful show or display, as in a pageant. countable, uncountable

   "pomp and pageantry"

2. 2
   an elaborate representation of scenes from history etc.; usually involves a parade with rich costumes wordnet
3. 3
   a rich and spectacular ceremony wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

pageantblazonbravurabrilliancyceremonycosmorama

Example

More examples

"I can do without the pageantry. I'm just here to watch them play ball."

Etymology

From pageant + -ry.

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