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dress uniform

noun

: a military uniform that is worn at formal events

Full Definition of DRESS UNIFORM

:  a uniform for formal wear
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First Known Use of DRESS UNIFORM

1814

Rhymes with DRESS UNIFORM

cuneiform, electroform, magnetic storm, quadratic form

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3 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. dress uniform
  2. battle dress uniform
  3. full-dress uniform
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