A2noun2K

Uniform

UK /["/ˈjuːnɪfɔːm/"]/US /["/ˈjuːnɪfɔːrm/"]/

Definition

the special set of clothes worn by all members of an organization or a group at work, or by children at school

In simple words: The same clothes worn by a group of people.

Examples

  • Every student at the school is required to wear a uniform.
  • The police officers wore a uniform that made them easily recognizable.
  • The bakery uses a uniform recipe for all its bread, ensuring consistency in taste.
  • The sample results were uniform across all trials, indicating a reliable method.
  • The company aims to maintain uniform quality in all of its products.

Usage notes

Used when referring to clothes that identify a specific group, like students or police. Not used for casual clothing in informal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'uni' in 'unicorn' — one magical outfit worn by everyone.

Collocations

  • full
  • smart
  • regulation
  • don
  • be dressed in
  • in (a/​the) uniform
  • out of uniform
  • full
  • smart
  • regulation
  • don
  • be dressed in
  • in (a/​the) uniform
  • out of uniform

Synonyms

  • outfit
  • garb
  • costume
  • attire

Antonyms

  • casual wear
  • civilian clothes

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'unify'; they have different meanings.
  • Used in the plural form ('uniforms') when referring to the concept more generally.