Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dressed-up-to-the-nines
idiom
/drɛst ʌp tə ðə naɪnz/
Definition
Dressed up to the nines means being dressed very elegantly or smartly.
Examples
- She arrived at the gala dressed up to the nines in a stunning evening gown.
- Everyone at the party was dressed up to the nines, making it a visually impressive event.
Meaning
This phrase is used to describe someone who is wearing very formal or stylish clothing, often for a special occasion.
Synonyms
- glammed up
- decked out
- dressed to kill
