civvies

Thân thiện

The soldier changed into his civvies for a weekend in town.

Definition

Noun (plural, informal): 1. Ordinary civilian clothes: This term refers to everyday clothing worn by people who are not in the military, especially when contrasted with a military uniform. It is often used by military personnel to describe their non-uniform attire.

Usage

The word "civvies" is an informal, plural-only noun. It is used to describe the clothing of a civilian or the act of wearing such clothing, typically from the perspective of someone in the armed forces. * It is most commonly used in phrases like "in civvies" or "wear civvies." * It contrasts directly with "uniform."

Examples

Advanced Usage

• "get into civvies": To change from a military uniform into civilian clothing.
  • As soon as he was off duty, he went to his quarters to get into civvies.

Variants and Related Words

• Civilian (noun): A person not in the armed services or police force.
• Civilian clothes (noun phrase): The formal equivalent of "civvies."
• Mufti (noun, chiefly British): A synonym for civilian clothes, especially when worn by someone who usually wears a uniform.

Synonyms

• Civilian clothing
• Plain clothes
• Mufti (British English)

Notes

• Spelling: The word is also commonly spelled "civies."
• Register: "Civvies" is casual and conversational. In formal writing, "civilian attire" or "civilian clothes" is preferred.
• Context: Its use almost always implies a contrast with a military or sometimes other official uniform (e.g., police).

Học thuật

Noun

1. civilian garb as opposed to a military uniform

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