academic regalia
nounUK /ˌækəˈdɛmɪk rɪˈɡeɪliə/
US /ˌækəˈdɛmɪk rɪˈɡeɪliə/
Special clothes that people wear at school ceremonies, like a long gown and a funny hat.
The graduates walked across the stage in their academic regalia.
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2. The traditional robes and caps worn by teachers and students at formal university events.
The professors wore their academic regalia for the opening ceremony.
3. The official clothing that shows a person's degree and school at a graduation.
Her academic regalia included a blue hood for her master's degree.
4. Formal ceremonial outfits used at special school celebrations.
The school keeps extra academic regalia for visiting speakers.