a soldier in his natty blue uniform
He's quite a natty dresser.
Recent Examples on the WebStylists rolled racks of tweed pants and natty cardigans into the studio—ivory-tower drag for the band.—Rachel Syme, The New Yorker, 8 Apr. 2024 With old-timey bikes and older-timey bellhops out front in natty uniforms, a sparkling coat of paint, and a new owner, the Georgian is the buzziest property in town.—Jason Sheeler, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Feb. 2024 In the early 1930s, roughly 10 years after the real-life events took place, the story of the Osage murders is left to a group of white voice actors dressed in natty suits, with a range of Foley effects at their disposal.—Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 20 Oct. 2023 In the Ralph Lauren area, customers were surrounded with stacks of brightly colored polo shirts, broad neckties, and natty blazers that evoked, but didn’t require, pedigree.—Natalia Mehlman Petrzela, The New Republic, 14 Aug. 2023 Many party-goers dressed the part in natty rugby shirts and penny loafers with socks—and even more could be seen moshing in them.—Maria Ward, Vogue, 6 Sep. 2023 The tiny green robot that has long served as Android’s mascot has been rendered in 3D and has a new visual identity, with fresh colors (including a natty rainbow finish), accessories (like a headband and hat), and some playful animations.—Simon Hill, WIRED, 5 Sep. 2023 All of a sudden, an authoritative man in a fancy suit and a natty hat arrives.—Brooks Barnes, New York Times, 21 July 2023 Nicholas Lowry may be known for his natty plaid suits and handlebar mustache.—Chris Bieri, Anchorage Daily News, 12 July 2023
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Word History
Etymology
perhaps alteration of earlier netty, from obsolete net neat, clean
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