tux

[tʌks]

tux Definition

a man's black or white jacket worn at formal social events, especially in the evening, with matching trousers.

Using tux: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tux" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He wore a tux to the wedding reception.

  • Example

    The event requires a tuxedo for men.

  • Example

    She looked stunning in her black tux.

tux Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tux

  • dinner jacket
  • black tie
  • evening dress

Phrases with tux

  • a tuxedo with a white jacket instead of black

    Example

    He decided to wear a white tux to the prom.

  • to rent a tuxedo for a formal event

    Example

    He had to rent a tux for his sister's wedding.

  • tux and tails

    a formal outfit consisting of a tuxedo jacket with tails, typically worn by musicians and performers

    Example

    The orchestra members were dressed in tux and tails for the concert.

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Summary: tux in Brief

'Tux' [tʌks] is a noun that refers to a formal jacket worn by men at social events, usually in the evening. It is often paired with matching trousers and is also known as a 'dinner jacket' or 'black tie.' The phrase 'rent a tux' is commonly used when one needs to rent a tuxedo for a formal event.

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