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as in dresses
a garment with a joined blouse and skirt usually worn by a woman or girl
a shopping trip for the express purpose of finding the perfect gown for the wedding
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as in pajamas
a loose pullover garment worn in bed
answered the front door still dressed in the gown that she had been sleeping in
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as in clothes
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
a Renaissance portrait of a queen gowned in exotic silks and satins
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Recent Examples of gowns
Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 31 Mar. 2026
The scents of fresh flowers and beautiful floral gowns are coming back to NorthPark Center.
—Alyson Rodriguez, Dallas Morning News, 23 Mar. 2026
Ralph Lauren is a staple designer in the Duchess’s wardrobe, wearing the label’s main ready-to-wear gowns and suits, and the more casual diffusion line for its flowy shirts and pants that blend seamlessly into her Montecito mom, quiet luxury aesthetic.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2026
Stylists competed for dresses; stars were more likely to wear looks straight off the runway; and a surprising number of actresses still bought their own gowns — and were even proud of it.
—Merle Ginsberg, HollywoodReporter, 18 Mar. 2026
From sheer gowns to low-plunging necklines, stars such as Jessica Alba, Emily Ratajkowski, Kim Kardashian, Nicole Kidman, Heidi Klum and more flocked to the silver carpet to debut their own style.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
The 2026 Oscars were full of ups and downs, of winners and losers, gorgeous gowns and daring fashions.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 16 Mar. 2026
An escalator ride up from the Dolby Theatre (guests wearing gowns were warned to scoop up their dresses), the ballroom was bursting with 12,500 flowers — including blush roses, otherworldly anthurium and bright orchids.
—Brittany Levine Beckman, Los Angeles Times, 16 Mar. 2026
Lead actress nominees Emma Stone, Jessie Buckley, and Rose Byrne delivered plenty of razzle-dazzle in gowns that featured showstopping details like intricate beading, shiny silks, and dark florals.
—Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 23 Dec. 2025
Sabrina Carpenter’s showgirl twist Sabrina Carpenter has made halter necks and strapless gowns her red-carpet staples of late.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
There are some gowns that won’t fit certain body types or not made well to that body type.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 31 Mar. 2026
The scents of fresh flowers and beautiful floral gowns are coming back to NorthPark Center.
—Alyson Rodriguez, Dallas Morning News, 23 Mar. 2026
Ralph Lauren is a staple designer in the Duchess’s wardrobe, wearing the label’s main ready-to-wear gowns and suits, and the more casual diffusion line for its flowy shirts and pants that blend seamlessly into her Montecito mom, quiet luxury aesthetic.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2026
Stylists competed for dresses; stars were more likely to wear looks straight off the runway; and a surprising number of actresses still bought their own gowns — and were even proud of it.
—Merle Ginsberg, HollywoodReporter, 18 Mar. 2026
From sheer gowns to low-plunging necklines, stars such as Jessica Alba, Emily Ratajkowski, Kim Kardashian, Nicole Kidman, Heidi Klum and more flocked to the silver carpet to debut their own style.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
The 2026 Oscars were full of ups and downs, of winners and losers, gorgeous gowns and daring fashions.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 16 Mar. 2026
An escalator ride up from the Dolby Theatre (guests wearing gowns were warned to scoop up their dresses), the ballroom was bursting with 12,500 flowers — including blush roses, otherworldly anthurium and bright orchids.
—Brittany Levine Beckman, Los Angeles Times, 16 Mar. 2026
Lead actress nominees Emma Stone, Jessie Buckley, and Rose Byrne delivered plenty of razzle-dazzle in gowns that featured showstopping details like intricate beading, shiny silks, and dark florals.
—Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
Verb
Were the 1989 sets and surprise song gowns Easter Eggs or picked on a whim?
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 23 Dec. 2025
Sabrina Carpenter’s showgirl twist Sabrina Carpenter has made halter necks and strapless gowns her red-carpet staples of late.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gowns
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For more of the best deals in Nordstrom’s sale, check out our favorite dresses, shorts, jeans, skirts, lounge pants, and more below.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
1 Apr. 2026
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No more identity months, DEI offices, dudes in dresses.—
Steve Chapman,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
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From shoulder pads to power suits and prom dresses to nightgowns, nothing is off limits.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2026
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Meanwhile, 52 percent of women want sleepwear like robes, pajamas or nightgowns compared to just 27 percent of men.—
Catherine Salfino,
Sourcing Journal,
31 Oct. 2025
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It is celebrated with a ceremonious parade that features a cavalcade of men dressed in Roman soldier costumes, evoking a sense of solemn thanksgiving and spiritual devotion.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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In it, Oldham costumes up as a shaggy woodland monster, which—after a more nimble inhabitant seemingly swaps into the outfit—proceeds to engage a human in an elaborate dance routine.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
7 Jan. 2026
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