Just as regal describes a king or queen—that is, a ruler— regalia originally meant the things, and especially the dress and decoration, that belong exclusively to a monarch.

Regalia (/ rəˈɡeɪliə, - ˈɡeɪljə / rə-GAY-lee-ə, -⁠GAYL-yə) [1] is the set of emblems, symbols, or paraphernalia indicative of royal status, as well as rights, prerogatives and privileges enjoyed by a …

REGALIA definition: the ensigns or emblems of royalty, as the crown or scepter. See examples of regalia used in a sentence.

REGALIA definition: 1. official and traditional special clothes and decorations, especially those worn or carried in…. Learn more.

Define regalia. regalia synonyms, regalia pronunciation, regalia translation, English dictionary definition of regalia. pl.n. 1. The emblems and symbols of royalty, such as the crown and scepter.

There are seven meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun regalia, one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

5 days ago · Decorations or insignia indicative of an office or membership of an order or society; such as freemasonry. Traditional dress and accessories of North American Indigenous nations worn for ritual …

REGALIA meaning: 1 : special clothes and decorations (such as a crown or scepter) for official ceremonies; 2 : special clothing of a particular kind

re•ga•li•a (ri gā′ lē ə, -gāl′ yə), n. pl. the ensigns or emblems of royalty, as the crown or scepter. the decorations, insignia, or ceremonial clothes of any office or order. rich, fancy, or dressy clothing; …

Regalia is clothing worn for formal functions by people who will be in the public eye. If you see Miss America at the grocery store, you might not recognize her because she's not wearing her pageant …