"hightum" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} hightum (uncountable)
  1. (obsolete, slang) The most formal level of attire Tags: obsolete, slang, uncountable Synonyms: full dress Synonyms (for men): white tie Coordinate_terms: tightum, scrub
    Sense id: en-hightum-en-noun-a3tFOl5W Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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