| 单词 | evening wear |
| 释义 | > as lemmasevening wear evening wear n. (a) the action of wearing on the person during the evening or at night (cf. wear n. 1a); (b) (usually as one word) clothing suitable for formal wear during the evening, esp. as distinct from the more casual styles of day wear; cf. day wear n. at day n. Compounds 3. ΘΚΠ the world > textiles and clothing > clothing > types or styles of clothing > [noun] > for specific purpose > evening evening dress1782 evening wear1800 wampum and warpaint1876 formal1941 1800 Morning Chron. 16 Jan. (advt.) In order that Ladies may not be disappointed in the ornaments which they purchase for evening wear, T. and Co.'s Rooms will be lighted up every day, from twelve to four o'clock. 1849 Illustr. London News 5 May 296/2 One of the chief novelties of the season, suitable for promenading or for evening wear, is the Poncho. 1930 Daily Express 6 Oct. 5/2 (advt.) Rich quality panne velvet giving a fashionable brilliance for afternoon and evening wear. 1944 M. McLuhan Let. 18 Jan. (1987) 149 Both lectures are in the evening. ‘Smoking’ is formal evening wear here, but I'll check on tails. 1986 O. Clark Diary 11 Dec. (1998) 206 Sandra was very negative on the phone about Carolyne Waters. ‘I don't think she buys much eveningwear.’ 2012 Vintage Life Mar. 16/1 Twenties-inspired eveningwear took centre stage at Gucci with dazzling gold cocktail dresses and Art Deco detailing. < as lemmas |
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