paraphernalia
/ˌpærəfəˈneɪliə/ · /ˌpærəfərˈneɪliə/
CEFR level C2Topic Daily lifeWord #7173 in the learning path
全套用具；杂七杂八的物品
Definitions
n. The various objects needed for a particular activity.
全套用具；杂七杂八的物品
Example
Our camping paraphernalia filled every corner of the garage.
我们的露营用具塞满了车库的每个角落。
Schools need adequate storage for sports paraphernalia to keep shared spaces safe and equipment accessible to students.
学校需要充足的空间存放体育用具，以确保公共区域安全，并方便学生取用器材。
Collocations
- camping paraphernalia
- sports paraphernalia
- all the paraphernalia
Synonyms
- equipment
- gear
Usage tip
通常作不可数名词，不加a，也不再加复数s。
FAQ
- What does paraphernalia mean?
- The various objects needed for a particular activity.
- How is paraphernalia pronounced?
- UK /ˌpærəfəˈneɪliə/, US /ˌpærəfərˈneɪliə/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
