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 Old Eng. pompe, French pompe, Latin pompa. Related to Pump a shoe.
Ceremonial elegance and splendor; SYN. eclat.