# tuxedo

/ˌtəkˈsidoʊ/ (US) · /tʌksˈiːdəʊ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/tuxedo
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Definition

a formal suit for men, usually black or dark blue, worn for very special evening events. It often has shiny silk on the jacket's collar and is worn with a bow tie.

For teachers: a formal evening suit for men, typically consisting of a dinner jacket with silk or satin lapels and matching trousers. Often associated with black-tie events.

## Examples

- He wore a black tuxedo to the wedding.
- The invitation specified a black-tie dress code, so all the male guests arrived wearing tuxedos.
- While modern fashion allows for various colors and cuts, the classic midnight blue tuxedo remains the standard for formal elegance at high-profile gala events.

## Usage notes

- Commonly used in American English; the British equivalent is 'dinner jacket'.

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