Tuxedo: meaning, definitions and examples
๐คต
tuxedo
[ tสkหsiห.doส ]
formal attire
A tuxedo is a formal suit characterized by a black or midnight blue jacket with satin or grosgrain lapels, usually worn with matching trousers. Traditionally, it is accompanied by a white dress shirt and a bow tie. Tuxedos are typically tailored and are considered appropriate for black-tie events, such as weddings, galas, and certain formal gatherings. They represent elegance and sophistication in men's fashion.
Synonyms
black tie, dinner jacket, evening suit.
Examples of usage
- He wore a tuxedo to the wedding.
- The guests were dressed in tuxedos for the gala.
- At the ceremony, everyone looked sharp in tuxedos.
- He rented a tuxedo for the prom night.
Translations
Translations of the word "tuxedo" in other languages:
๐ต๐น smoking
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคเฅเคธเฅเคกเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Smoking
๐ฎ๐ฉ jas tuxedo
๐บ๐ฆ ัะพะบัะธะดะพ
๐ต๐ฑ tuxedo
๐ฏ๐ต ใฟใญใทใผใ
๐ซ๐ท tuxedo
๐ช๐ธ esmoquin
๐น๐ท smokin
๐ฐ๐ท ํฑ์๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ุชูุณูุฏู
๐จ๐ฟ frak
๐ธ๐ฐ frak
๐จ๐ณ ็ๅฐพๆ
๐ธ๐ฎ frak
๐ฎ๐ธ tuxedo
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัาฑะทะดัา
๐ฌ๐ช แขแแฅแกแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ taksido
๐ฒ๐ฝ smoking
Etymology
The term 'tuxedo' originated from Tuxedo Park, a resort in New York, where the style was first worn by the elite in the 19th century. The first known use of the word in reference to this style of men's formal wear dates back to the late 1800s, around the 1880s. The tuxedo evolved from the smoking jacket, which was worn by men during informal evening gatherings. Initially, it was designed to provide a less formal alternative to the frock coat that was customary for evening wear at the time. Over the years, the tuxedo has undergone changes in design and has gained status as a quintessential piece of men's formal attire. It became increasingly popular in the 20th century, particularly for formal events such as weddings and award ceremonies. Today, the tuxedo is considered a staple in the wardrobe of any man attending a formal event.