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tuxedo

noun tux·e·do \ˌtək-ˈsē-(ˌ)dō\

: a formal suit for a man; especially : a formal black suit worn with a white shirt and a black bow tie

plural tux·e·dos or tux·e·does

Full Definition of TUXEDO

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

: a semiformal evening suit for men

— tux·e·doed \-(ˌ)dōd\ adjective

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Tuxedo Park, New York

First Known Use: 1889

TUXEDOES Defined for Kids

noun tux·e·do \ˌtək-ˈsē-dō\

plural tux·e·dos or tux·e·does

: a formal suit for a man

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