pseudomilitary en · ADJ
Pronunciation
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Etymology
From pseudo- + military.
Meanings
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(not-comparable) Apparently, but not actually, military.
His trademark was pseudomilitary attire that replaced the customary tailcoat with a uniform complete with a short and stiff jacket, shining brass buttons, a tight belt, a helmet, and a pair of light gloves.
2009, Jessica C. E. Gienow-Hecht, Sound diplomacy, page 89: