civvies
1 synonym for civvies, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Ordinary, non-military clothing, especially as worn by someone who is normally in uniform.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
civies
How to use civvies
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
dressed in civvies
wear civvies
Informal, mainly British/military slang.
Etymology
A shortened, informal form of "civilian clothes."
Full origin of civvies →Frequently asked questions
What does “civvies” mean?
The word “civvies” means ordinary, non-military clothing, especially as worn by someone who is normally in uniform. In plain terms, regular clothes, not a uniform — mostly used by or about military/police personnel.
How do you pronounce “civvies”?
“Civvies” is pronounced SIHV-eez (/ˈsɪv.iz/ in IPA).
How do you use “civvies” in a sentence?
Here is “civvies” used in a sentence: “The soldiers changed into civvies before heading into town.”
What part of speech is “civvies”?
“Civvies” is a noun.
