dressy

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   stylish or formal enough for a special occasion

   She chose a dressy jacket for the evening reception.

2. 2
   adj

   fond of wearing fashionable or elaborate clothes

   He has always been dressy, even at informal lunches.

Formed in English from dress and -y in the nineteenth century. It first described clothing suitable for an elegant or formal occasion and was later also applied to people who take particular care over fashionable dress.

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