British (and American) expression meaning very formally/elaborately dressed.
Dressed up to the nines
Etymology & History
British very smartly dressed. British fashion idiom. Etymology uncertain British. 'To the nines' British perfection. Reflects British appearance standards.
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
โ
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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