dress uniform

dress uniform
1. U.S. Air Force. a uniform consisting of the coat and trousers of the service uniform, with a white shirt and black bow tie, worn for formal occasions.
2. U.S. Army. a blue uniform worn for formal occasions.
3. U.S. Navy. a dark blue uniform worn in cool seasons or climates.
[1895-1900]

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