Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fancy-dress

Noun

/ˈfæn.si drɛs/

Definition

A costume worn for a party or an occasion, typically featuring elaborate and imaginative designs.

Examples

She wore a beautiful fancy-dress costume to the Halloween party.
The children enjoyed creating their own fancy-dress outfits for the school play.
At the fancy-dress competition, everyone was impressed by his unique pirate costume.

Meaning

Fancy-dress refers to clothing that is more decorative and imaginative than everyday wear, often used in celebrations like masquerade balls or themed parties.