full dress
"Full dress" refers to the highest level of formality in attire, often worn for ceremonial or official events.
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Definition
B2Formal Occasions
(formal)Formal clothing worn for important or ceremonial events.
Example
- He wore full dress for the gala event.
- The diplomats appeared in full dress for the state dinner.
B2Military
(formal, technical)The complete and elaborate uniform worn by military personnel on formal occasions.
Example
- The officers were in full dress for the parade.
- She admired the soldiers in their full dress uniforms.
C1Preparation
(thorough)A thorough and detailed approach to a task or process.
Example
- The committee conducted a full-dress rehearsal before the event.
- A full-dress investigation was launched to uncover the truth.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "full dress":
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