Tail Coat
Definition: A "tail coat" is a type of formal jacket worn by men, typically for very formal occasions like weddings, balls, or fancy dinners. It is characterized by its long back, which looks like two "tails" hanging down.
Usage Instructions: - You wear a tail coat with other formal clothing, such as a white shirt, bow tie, and formal trousers. - Tail coats are often part of what is called "evening dress" or "white tie" attire.
Example Sentence: - "He looked very elegant in his tail coat at the charity gala."
Advanced Usage: - Tail coats are less common today but are still worn in certain formal settings. They are often seen in performances, like orchestras or at special events like the Oscars.
Word Variants: - Morning coat: A similar style of coat but worn for daytime formal events. - Frock coat: A longer coat that can be worn for formal occasions but is different in style from a tail coat.
Different Meaning: While "tail coat" specifically refers to a type of formalwear, in a broader sense, "tail" can refer to the back part of something (like the tail of an animal) or to follow someone closely (as in "to tail someone").
Synonyms: - Evening coat - Dress coat - Formal coat
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs: There aren't specific idioms or phrasal verbs directly related to "tail coat," but you might hear phrases like "dressed to the nines," which means to be dressed very well and elegantly, often in formal wear like a tail coat.