tuxedo

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tux·e·do | \ ˌtək-ˈsē-(ˌ)dō

plural tuxedos or tuxedoes

Definition of tuxedo

1 : a semiformal evening suit for men

2 : a men's single-breasted or double-breasted usually black or blackish-blue jacket

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Recent Examples on the Web Yet while men are asked to adhere to the relatively painless tuxedo and dress shoes, women are still expected to wear a dress and—more controversially—heels. — Liam Hess, Vogue, 19 May 2022 Team owner Jesse Cole serves as ringmaster, darting around in a yellow tuxedo and top hat, leading sing-alongs — Woah, livin’ on a prayer — and judging toddler races between innings. — Los Angeles Times, 16 May 2022 In a sea of black and navy tuxes, Liu dared to stand to out in a sharp red Versace tuxedo and patent leather shoes. — Ana Escalante, Glamour, 27 Mar. 2022 The nonprofit Project Prom Dress San Antonio is sponsoring a dress and tuxedo donation drive to provide formal attire for seniors in the Southside Independent School District. — Vincent T. Davis, San Antonio Express-News, 28 Feb. 2022 Chimbala donned a simple monochrome outfit and shades, while El Alfa rocked a Canadian tuxedo and pristine braids. — Neena Rouhani, Billboard, 24 Feb. 2022 For the ceremony, Barker donned a traditional double-breasted tuxedo with satin detailing, creepers-style shoes, and a gold cross brooch with black crystals. — Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 2 June 2022 Roberts, meanwhile, donned a black tuxedo and red kilt. — Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE.com, 30 Mar. 2022 Standing beside Tim, who donned a classic black-and-white tuxedo, Faith wowed the crowd in a sleeveless boatneck printed metallic silver gown by Dior Haute Couture that featured a loose bodice, cinched waist, and column skirt. — Rebecca Norris, Country Living, 3 Mar. 2022 See More

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