Outfits for galas (5)

I believe the answer is:

gowns

(Other definitions for gowns that I've seen before include "Long flowing dresses for women" , "formal attire" , "Fancy frocks" , "academic gear" , "Scholars' robes" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today.

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