'full-dress' definitions:

Definition of 'full-dress'

From: WordNet
adjective
Suitable for formal occasions; "formal wear"; "a full- dress uniform"; "dress shoes" [syn: full-dress, dress]
adjective
(of an occasion) requiring formal clothes; "a dress dinner"; "a full-dress ceremony" [syn: dress, full-dress]
adjective
Complete in every respect; "a full-dress debate"; "a full- dress investigation"

Definition of 'full-dress'

From: GCIDE
  • full-dress \full-dress\ n. full evening dress for men.
  • Syn: dress suit, full dress, tailcoat, tail coat, tails, white tie, white tie and tails. [WordNet 1.5]

Definition of 'full-dress'

From: GCIDE
  • full-dress \full-dress\ adj.
  • 1. suitable for formal occasions; as, a full-dress uniform.
  • Syn: dress. [WordNet 1.5]
  • 2. requiring formal clothes; -- of a social event; as, a full-dress ceremony.
  • Syn: dress. [WordNet 1.5]
  • 3. complete in every respect, including formalities; as, a full-dress debate; a full-dress investigation. [WordNet 1.5]

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