Definition

A formal dance event typically held by high school or college students, usually in spring, where attendees wear formal attire and dance to live bands or DJs. It marks a significant social milestone in American education culture.

Example Usage

He rented a tuxedo and corsage for prom, hoping to ask his crush to be his date.

Origin

Short for 'promenade,' the term derives from the formal evening social events of the Victorian era, adapted into American high school culture by the 1930s.

Fun Fact

Prom has evolved from a modest school dance into an elaborate ritual, with students spending thousands on outfits, limousine rentals, and pre-prom dinner parties.

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