tail coat

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Noun tail coat has 1 sense

dress suit, full dress, tailcoat, tail coat, tails, white tie, white tie and tails - formalwear consisting of full evening dress for men
--₁ is a kind of formalwear, eveningwear, evening dress, evening clothes
--₁ has parts: swallow-tailed coat, swallowtail, morning coat

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Tailcoat

A tailcoat refers to a style of coat in men's fashion that is characterized by a longer length at the back, which extends below the waist. It is typically worn for formal occasions.

1. Noun: Tailcoat

Definition: A formal coat with a longer back, typically worn by men for special events or as part of a formal ensemble.

Example sentence: John looked dashing in his black tailcoat as he entered the wedding reception.

2. Verb: Tailcoat

Definition: To make an adaptation or modification to an existing plan or concept.

Example sentence: The company had to tailcoat their marketing strategy due to unexpected competition.

3. Adjective: Tailcoat

Definition: Describing something related to or resembling a tailcoat in appearance or shape.

Example sentence: She wore a beautiful tailcoat dress that perfectly accentuated her curves.