Simple Definition of uniform

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uniform

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noun

plural uniforms
: a special kind of clothing that is worn by all the members of a group or organization (such as an army or team)
a school/police/baseball uniform
soldiers in (full) uniform [=wearing uniforms]

uniform

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adjective

: not varying or changing : staying the same at all times, in all places, or for all parts or members
The museum is kept at a uniform temperature to protect the artifacts.
The cookies should be uniform in size. = The cookies should be of uniform size.
All departments have uniform training standards.

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