nightgown

noun

night·​gown ˈnīt-ˌgau̇n How to pronounce nightgown (audio)
1
archaic : dressing gown
2
: a loose garment for wear in bed

Examples of nightgown in a Sentence

decided to buy a flannel nightgown instead of pajamas
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For an extra soft experience, get a 100% cotton nightgown from Lake Pajamas. Christopher Murray, Fox News, 22 Oct. 2024 Jenn leaves the Fantasy Suite wearing an L.L.Bean 100 percent Pima cotton nightgown and Wicked Good slippers. Ali Barthwell, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2024 With terrifying makeup that resembled the character’s sleepless, scarred face, the talk show host looked truly possessed with her blue nightgown and possessed demeanor. Kate Hogan, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024 Long sleeve nightgown: $16.99 Nightgowns have a reputation for not being the most attractive, but there are plenty of options now that are comfortable and cute. Christopher Murray, Fox News, 22 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for nightgown 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of nightgown was in the 15th century

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“Nightgown.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nightgown. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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nightgown

noun
night·​gown -ˌgau̇n How to pronounce nightgown (audio)
: a long loose garment worn in bed

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