Regalia
[rə-GAYL-yə]
Part of speech: noun
Origin: Latin, mid-16th century
1.
The emblems or insignia of royalty, especially the crown, scepter, and other ornaments used at a coronation.
2.
The distinctive clothing worn and ornaments carried at formal occasions as an indication of status.
Examples of Regalia in a sentence
"The higher the military rank, the more regalia will be featured on formal dress."
"The collection of crown jewels is part of the queen’s regalia. "
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