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nightgown
noun night·gown \-ˌgau̇n\
: a loose dress that is worn in bed especially by women and girls
Full Definition of NIGHTGOWN
1
archaic : dressing gown
2
: a loose garment for wear in bed
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First Known Use of NIGHTGOWN
14th century
Related to NIGHTGOWN
- Synonyms
- gown, nightdress, nightshirt
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NIGHTGOWN Defined for Kids
nightgown
noun night·gown \ˈnīt-ˌgau̇n\
Definition of NIGHTGOWN for Kids
: a loose garment worn in bed
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