nightgown

noun

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

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decided to buy a flannel nightgown instead of pajamas
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From perfectly bridal pajama sets to sweet robes to delicate nightgowns both long and short, here are 24 options to consider. — Lea Donenberg, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2026 In the building across the street, an old woman came out onto her balcony in a nightgown, a toddler in tow, and began banging a pot. — Daniel Castro, New Yorker, 18 Aug. 2026 Blood was found on the sheets, her head had been positioned below a pillow, and a nightgown had been pulled over her waistline, according to the arrest report. — Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 15 Aug. 2026 Okay, so, this linen-blend minidress from celebrity-fave PJs brand Eberjey might technically be a nightgown. — Jordan Julian, InStyle, 27 July 2026 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

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

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