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The correct spelling is black tie.
How to pronounce black tie
noun
Say it like: Bla-k t-ee
The correct spelling is black tie. (countable) A black bow tie worn with a dinner jacket.
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Definition
noun
- 1.(countable) A black bow tie worn with a dinner jacket.
- 2.(uncountable) Evening dress; a standard of dress which is less formal than white tie, consisting of black dinner jacket or tuxedo jacket, and matching trousers, white shirt and black bow tie or, possibly, military dress or national costume.
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