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collar and cuff

idiom
Slang Cockney rhyming slang · East London
Meaning

puff


Origin

An effeminate man, suggestive either by their neatness of dress, or by "powder puff".

Examples
SIMPLE

He is a real collar and cuff person who loves fancy clothes.

CONTEXTUAL

The politician was known for his collar and cuff style, always appearing in perfectly tailored suits.

COMPLEX

His refined, collar and cuff appearance masked a sharp mind that was far more calculating than his elegant exterior suggested.

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