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evening gown

American  

noun

  1. a woman's formal dress, usually having a floor-length skirt.


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On Tuesday, Mexican delegate Fatima Bosch staged a dramatic walkout -- in an evening gown and high heels -- from a meeting where she was lambasted by Miss Universe host Nawat Itsaragrisil.

From Barron's • Nov. 6, 2025

But she did take home the title of “best face,” one of several pageant categories including best evening gown, best swimsuit and most elegant.

From Seattle Times • May 25, 2024

Meanwhile the Queen wore a cream embroidered evening gown by Fiona Clare and tiara worn by the late Queen Elizabeth II.

From BBC • Dec. 5, 2023

To my right, Mike Lindell, dressed in a very blue suit, was talking to an older woman with a cane, who was wearing, over her evening gown, an elegant black cape with a mink trim.

From Salon • Mar. 11, 2023

Next the ladies pick out a rhinestone earring, necklace, and bracelet set to wear with the evening gown that TJ is making.

From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles