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Dandy

usgb/ˈdændi/Volume
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Historical Elegance

Historically, 'dandy' describes men who were extra elegant, often in 18th and 19th century Europe.

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He admired the portraits of dandies from the Georgian era.
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Possible Mockery

Sometimes used mockingly for someone overly concerned with appearance.

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Stop fussing with your tie, you look like a dandy!
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Cultural Reference

'Dandy' can refer to characters in literature or film who focus on fashion and appearance.

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The character in the movie was such a dandy, with his velvet jackets.
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