tuxedo

[tʌkˈsiːdəʊ]

tuxedo Definition

a man's black or white jacket worn at formal social events, especially in the evening, with matching trousers having a stripe of satin or braid down the side.

Using tuxedo: Examples

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

  • Example

    He wore a tuxedo to the wedding.

  • Example

    The groomsmen all looked dapper in their tuxedos.

  • Example

    She rented a tuxedo for the prom.

  • Example

    The dress code for the event is black tie, so please wear a tuxedo.

tuxedo Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tuxedo

  • dinner jacket
  • black tie
  • evening dress
  • formal wear

Phrases with tuxedo

  • a tuxedo jacket and trousers made of white fabric, typically worn in warm weather or for daytime events

    Example

    He looked sharp in his white tuxedo at the beach wedding.

  • a formal shirt worn with a tuxedo, typically with a wing collar and pleated front

    Example

    He forgot to pack his tuxedo shirt, so he had to borrow one from his friend.

  • tuxedo cat

    a domestic cat breed characterized by its black and white coat pattern resembling a tuxedo

    Example

    Her tuxedo cat is named Oreo because of his black and white markings.

Origins of tuxedo

named after Tuxedo Park, a Hudson Valley enclave for New York’s social elite where it was first introduced in the late 1800s

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Summary: tuxedo in Brief

A 'tuxedo' [tʌkˈsiːdəʊ] is a formal jacket worn by men at social events, especially in the evening. It is typically black or white with matching trousers featuring a stripe of satin or braid down the side. Phrases like 'white tuxedo' and 'tuxedo shirt' denote variations of the formal attire.

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