1. (n.) An ornamental covering or housing for a horse; the harness or trappings of a horse, taken collectively, esp. when decorative.

2. (n.) Gay or rich clothing.

3. (v. t.) To cover with housings, as a horse; to harness or fit out with decorative trappings, as a horse.

4. (v. t.) To adorn with rich dress; to dress.

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