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demob suit

noun

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  1. A suit of civilian clothes issued to a soldier upon demobilization, especially at the end…

    A suit of civilian clothes issued to a soldier upon demobilization, especially at the end of World War II.

    • Joe looked very smart in his demob suit and newly trimmed beard and seemed to be just as excited as his bride-to-be.
    • A grateful country gave me a demob suit, a piece of paper from the King thanking me for my service, and a pamphlet telling me what to do next, which I tore up.

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