military uniform
Definition
Noun: A standardized set of clothing worn by members of a nation's armed forces, prescribed to identify the wearer as a soldier and to denote rank, branch of service, and sometimes specific occasions or functions.
Usage
The term "military uniform" refers to the official attire issued to and required to be worn by personnel in the army, navy, air force, marines, or other armed services. It serves the primary purposes of identification, unity, and distinction from civilian clothing and from enemy forces.
Examples
- All recruits were issued their military uniform on the first day of basic training.
- The general's military uniform was adorned with numerous medals and insignia.
- Regulations strictly prohibit altering the official military uniform.
Advanced Usage
- "in full military uniform": Wearing the complete and formal set of prescribed uniform items, often for ceremonies or official duties.
- The guards stood at attention in full military uniform.
Variants and Related Words
- Uniform (n): The general term for standardized clothing worn by members of an organization while engaged in its activity. "Military uniform" is a specific type of uniform.
- Fatigues / Battle Dress Uniform (BDU) (n): A type of military uniform designed for combat or field duty, typically in camouflage patterns.
- Dress Uniform (n): A formal military uniform worn for ceremonies, parades, or social functions.
Synonyms
- Service dress
- Regimentals (often for formal or ceremonial uniforms)
Related Phrases
- To be out of uniform: To be wearing a military uniform incorrectly or to be wearing non-regulation clothing.
- The soldier was reprimanded for being out of uniform.
Noun
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prescribed identifying uniform for soldiers
