mark what's-all-the-hopla? Baileypan·o·ply (pn-pl)
n. pl. pan·o·plies
1. A splendid or striking array: a panoply of colorful flags. See Synonyms at display.
2. Ceremonial attire with all accessories: a portrait of the general in full panoply.
3. Something that covers and protects: a porcupine's panoply of quills.
4. The complete arms and armor of a warrior.
[Greek panopli : pan-, pan- + hopla, arms, armor, pl. of hoplon, weapon.]
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Though my praise comes nearly three years behind the times, excellent word, Mark.
Political use: US soldiers in Iraq have been sent in without a proper panoply of defensive armor.
Business use: Many start-ups have been convinced by smart marketers to buy a panoply of equipment they will never really need.
Political use: US soldiers in Iraq have been sent in without a proper panoply of defensive armor.
Business use: Many start-ups have been convinced by smart marketers to buy a panoply of equipment they will never really need.
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