morning dress

American  

noun

1. formal daytime apparel for men, including striped pants, a cutaway, and a silk hat.

2. a simple dress for wear in the home; housedress.

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morning dress British  

noun

1. formal day dress for men, comprising a morning coat, usually with grey trousers and top hat

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Etymology

Origin of morning dress

First recorded in 1690–1700

Example Sentences

Pictures from the event showed Prince William wearing a top hat and morning dress as he arrived at the races in a horse-drawn carriage.

From BBC

His portrait of Mikhail, at full length, pictures him in morning dress, rotund and self-assured.

From New York Times

In the grandstands there were no requirements this year for women to wear hats or fascinators or for men to turn out in black or grey morning dress featuring top hats and tails.

From Washington Times

Idris Elba, one of the earliest arrivals, set the glamorous tone in a suit that was more black tie than morning dress.

From The Guardian

The Duke of Edinburgh wore morning dress instead of full uniform, and sports a Household Division tie, Garter Star and Medals.

From Time