dress uniform
Americannoun
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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.
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U.S. Army. a blue uniform worn for formal occasions.
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U.S. Navy. a dark blue uniform worn in cool seasons or climates.
noun
Etymology
Origin of dress uniform
First recorded in 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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In his bright-blue dress uniform splashed with medals, Mr. Pierce’s Othello moves with the speed and noble bearing of a man who is defined by his role as a military leader.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 1, 2026
I recall marching down Fifth Avenue in 1968 in a Veterans Day parade wearing my cadet dress uniform.
From Salon ● Nov. 12, 2024
At Thursday’s news conference, Chantemekki Fortson held a large framed portrait of her son in dress uniform.
From Seattle Times ● May 9, 2024
He wore a simple black suit rather than an Army dress uniform covered in ribbons and decorations acquired over more than 40 years in the military.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 22, 2023
My mom was sitting at the end of our long dining room table in full dress uniform eating a salad with a man, also in full dress.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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