academic costume

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noun

the ceremonial garb of the students and faculty in schools, colleges, and universities, consisting of a flat cap (mortarboard), a long, wide-sleeved gown, and sometimes a hood, worn especially at commencement exercises.

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decorum
the act of or need for making up one's mind.
dignified propriety of behavior, speech, dress, etc.
a company of singers, especially an organized group employed in church service.
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Also called academic dress.

Words nearby academic costume

acad., academe, academese, academia, academic, academic costume, academic dress, academic freedom, academic gown, academic rank, academic year
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British Dictionary definitions for academic dress

academic dress

noun

formal dress, usually comprising cap, gown, and hood, worn by university staff and students
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