parament Meaning & Definition
/ˈpaɹəmənt/
What Does Parament Mean?
Parament is used as a noun meaning A type of elaborate robe especially as worn by someone in power or a religious official. It can also mean A liturgical hanging on and around the altar, as well as the cloth hanging from the pulpit and lectern.
Parament: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈpaɹəmənt/ |
| Plural | paraments |
Parament Definition (Noun)
- A type of elaborate robe especially as worn by someone in power or a religious official.
- A liturgical hanging on and around the altar, as well as the cloth hanging from the pulpit and lectern.
- A hanging or ornament of a room of state.
Synonyms of Parament
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Parament synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
parament (plural paraments)
Origin of Parament
From Anglo-Norman parement, Middle French parement, from Medieval Latin parāmentum, from parō (“adorn”) + -mentum.