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Uniform

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

Definition

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

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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.