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uniform

Definition

  • noun: a special kind of clothing that is worn by all the members of a group or organization (such as an army or team)
  • verb: to bring into 'uniformity'
  • adjective: having always the same form, manner, or degree
  • adjective: not varying or changing
  • a communications code word for the letter 'u'
  • synonyms: unchanging, consistent, equable

Examples

  • The cookies should be 'uniform' in size. = The cookies should be of 'uniform' size.

  • The museum is kept at a 'uniform' temperature to protect the artifacts.

  • The trees are 'uniformly' [='evenly'] spaced along the walkway.

Movie quotes

  • (..) for your little plays when you were tiny. - You used to adore all that dressing up. - Nathalie... Does it still make you feel special, Ralf dear? The uniform and what it stands for? Mother, it's a party. Let's not spoil things. (SCOFFS) Me, spoil things? You should be careful. (..)
    2008 The Boy in the Striped Pajamas