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Definition
Tailcoat; a formal jacket with a short front and long, split back like a swallow's tail.
neutralclothing
How it's used
Refers specifically to the formal evening dress with long tails at the back, typically worn for high-end events or performances. While it is a loan translation from English, it is the standard term used in formal attire contexts in Hong Kong. It carries a strong sense of formality and is rarely seen outside of weddings, galas, or orchestral performances.
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He is wearing a tailcoat to the wedding banquet tonight.
Who told you to wear a tailcoat to go shopping?
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black tailcoat
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