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monkey suit

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noun Slang.
  1. a tuxedo or full-dress suit.
  2. any uniform.
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Origin of monkey suit

First recorded in 1885–90; see origin at monkey jacket
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Related Words for monkey suit

gown, regalia, attire, garb, costume, suit, robe, dress, khaki, habit, regimentals, stripes, OD, livery
British Dictionary definitions for monkey suit

monkey suit

noun
  1. US slang a man's evening dress
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