Tuxedo: meaning, definitions and examples

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tuxedo

 

[ tสŒkหˆsiห.doสŠ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น smoking

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคŸเค•เฅเคธเฅ€เคกเฅ‹

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Smoking

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ jas tuxedo

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะพะบัะธะดะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tuxedo

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฟใ‚ญใ‚ทใƒผใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tuxedo

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ esmoquin

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท smokin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ„ฑ์‹œ๋„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชูƒุณูŠุฏูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ frak

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ frak

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็‡•ๅฐพๆœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ frak

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tuxedo

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚าฑะทะดั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒแƒฅแƒกแƒ˜แƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ taksido

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ 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.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,189, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.