intransitive verb. 1a : to bend the kneeb : to touch the knee to the floor or ground especially in worship genuflected before the altar. 2 : to be humbly obedient or respectful bureaucrats who genuflect before the governor.
The whole purpose of the black-tie format is to give an almost militaristic, rank-and-file tone to the important occasion. When menâs formal attire is worn knowledgeable, the black-and-white tuxedo or suit appears as a foil to an accompanying womanâs bright dress.
The traditional rules that govern men's formal dress are strictly observed; from these derive the evening dress variants worn on many occasions, such as high school prom dances, formal dances, and entertainment industry award programs. The dress code considered formal in the evening is white tie.