rag out
A US regional slang phrase meaning to dress up or put on one's best clothes.
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A US regional slang phrase meaning to dress up or put on one's best clothes. Used in Southern and regional American dialects, particularly in older generations. The phrase suggests making an effort with one's appearance for a special occasion.
She ragged out for the dance and nobody recognised her at first.
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(US, _, regional, slang) To dress up.
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