hightum

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Meaning · English

The most formal level of attire

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

One was of superfine material; in this she appeared among her "quality friends," and it went by the name of "Hightum."

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “hightum” mean?

The most formal level of attire

Is “hightum” formal or informal?

hightum is generally slang.