ETYM Old Eng. pagent, pagen, originally, a movable scaffold or stage, hence, what was exhibited on it, from Late Lat. pagina, akin to pangere to fasten.
1. A rich and spectacular ceremony; SYN. pageantry.
2. An elaborate representation of scenes from history etc; usually involves a parade with rich costumes; SYN. pageantry.
Originally the wagon on which medieval mystery plays were performed. The term was later applied to the street procession of songs, dances, and historical tableaux that became fashionable during the 1920s. + prikaži više

ETYM Formerly written also shew.
1. A public entertainment or exhibition.
2. A public exhibition or entertainment.
3. (In horse racing) A finish in third place.

ETYM French, from Latin spectaculum, from spectare to look at, to behold, v. intens. from specere. Related to Spy.
1. A blunder that makes one look ridiculous; used in the phrase yourself.
2. An elaborate and remarkable display on a lavish scale.
3. Something or someone seen (especially a notable or unusual sight).