trapping noun. ['trapɪŋ] LME.
[from TRAP noun², verb¹ + -ING¹.]
1. (A covering spread over) the harness or saddle of a horse etc., esp. an ornamental one; a caparison. Now only in pl. LME.

2. transf. In pl. & sing. External usu. decorative features, dress, etc., esp. as an indication of some status or position. L16.
■ N. Barber He loved the trappings of office. Time Eschewing the fancy trappings of power, 'Mr. Sam' drove an '88 Ford pickup truck. Daily Telegraph He did not aspire to such trappings as a 'set' in Albany.

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