Category:Paraphernalia

Par`a*pher*na"li*a, n. pl. Etym: [ll. paraphernalia bona, fr. L. Parapherna, pl., parapherna, gr. fe`rein to bring. See 1st bear.]

1. (law)

Defn: something reserved to a wife, over and above her dower, being Chiefly apparel and ornaments suited to her degree.

2. Appendages; ornaments; finery; equipments.