dress blues
Definition
- Noun:
- A formal military uniform: "Dress blues" specifically refers to a type of dress uniform, typically worn by members of the armed forces or other uniformed services for formal occasions. It is characterized by its blue color.
Usage
- The term "dress blues" is used as a compound noun to refer to the complete formal uniform ensemble. It is treated as a singular concept, though it describes multiple clothing items.
- It is used in contexts related to military ceremonies, official functions, parades, and other formal events where full dress uniform is required.
Examples
- Noun:
- The Marine Corps dress blues are iconic and instantly recognizable.
- He wore his dress blues to the military ball.
- For the change of command ceremony, all officers were required to be in dress blues.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used to signify honor, tradition, and formal duty. It can be used metonymically to represent the service member in a formal capacity.
- The room was filled with the solemn dignity of dress blues.
Variants and Related Words
- Dress uniform (n): The general category of formal military attire, which may include versions other than blue.
- Service dress (n): A slightly less formal uniform than full dress, often used for official duties.
- Mess dress (n): A formal evening uniform for military officers.
Synonyms
- Full dress uniform: A synonym emphasizing the completeness and formality of the attire.
- Ceremonial uniform: Highlights the uniform's use for ceremonies and formal events.
Notes
- "Dress blues" is a fixed compound noun. The word "blues" in this context specifically denotes the color of the uniform, not a state of emotion. It is not typically broken into its constituent words for separate definition in this usage.
- While primarily associated with the U.S. Marine Corps and Navy, other services and nations may have similar blue formal uniforms referred to by this term.
Noun
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a dress uniform for formal occasions
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