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attire

[uh-tahyuh r]

attire Definition

clothes, especially fine or formal ones.

Using attire: Examples

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

  • Example

    The wedding attire was black tie.

  • Example

    She wore a traditional Indian attire for the festival.

  • Example

    The company's dress code requires business attire.

attire Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for attire

Phrases with attire

  • casual attire

    clothing that is informal and comfortable, but still appropriate for the occasion

    Example

    The invitation said to wear casual attire, so I wore jeans and a t-shirt.

  • clothing that is appropriate for formal occasions, such as weddings, galas, or ceremonies

    Example

    The invitation said to wear formal attire, so I wore a tuxedo.

  • business attire

    clothing that is appropriate for a professional work environment, such as a suit and tie or dress pants and blouse

    Example

    The company's dress code requires business attire, so I wear a suit to work every day.

Origins of attire

from Old French 'atirier', meaning 'to equip'

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Summary: attire in Brief

The term 'attire' [uh-tahyuh r] refers to clothing, especially fine or formal ones. It can be used to describe clothing for specific occasions, such as 'casual attire,' 'formal attire,' and 'business attire.' 'Attire' is often used in dress codes and invitations to indicate the expected level of formality.

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