pajama

noun

pa·​ja·​ma pə-ˈjä-mə How to pronounce pajama (audio) -ˈja- How to pronounce pajama (audio)
pajamaed adjective

Examples of pajama in a Sentence

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Each suitcase will hold a stuffed bear, a handmade blanket, McDonald’s gift certificates, pajamas, socks, toys and other personal essentials, the release said. Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 28 Mar. 2025 The airline even encourages guests to change into their complimentary pajamas without leaving the suite. Zach Wichter, USA TODAY, 25 Mar. 2025 Moonlight’s Eco pajamas are long-standing bestsellers—and there are always new colors and prints to try. Sara Coughlin, SELF, 18 Mar. 2025 Loved to see her in her pajamas while everyone else committed to skinny-dipping. Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 16 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pajama

Word History

Etymology

Hindi & Urdu pājāma, from Persian leg + jāma garment

First Known Use

1801, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pajama was in 1801

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“Pajama.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pajama. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.

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