tea gown

noun

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  1. sheath
  2. kimono
  3. shift
  4. jumper
  5. shirtwaist
  6. minidress
  7. chemise
  8. sundress
Noun
  • The two-time Olympic champion from Norway hadn’t raced since having surgery early this year to clean up scar tissue on the protective sheath around his left Achilles tendon.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Gay then allegedly returned to his vehicle and came back with a machete in its sheath.
    — Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of sheath
Noun
  • Their traditional Shinto nuptials were celebrated as a national holiday, and Masako wore a 12-layer silk wedding kimono that cost more than $300,000 before changing into a white floral gown.
    — Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Kira creates original patterns inspired by traditional Japanese motifs, including wagara, the decorative designs commonly found in kimono textiles.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026
Definition of kimono
Noun
  • And even if the goals are truly equal in the administration’s mind, including oil and gas prices at all — and not other items — is a notable shift.
    — Charlotte Reck, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2026
  • The volume was another big shift, too, as Simpson has had a strikingly low number of reps in training camp despite the unsettled nature of the Rams’ backup quarterback position after Jimmy Garoppolo’s departure.
    — Nate Atkins, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of shift
Noun
  • Buhner hit a 3-pointer to give Portland its first double-digit lead at 45-35, and Leite hit a jumper with two seconds left for a 51-37 advantage at halftime.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Nneka Ogwumike had a go-ahead layup, Wheeler hit a pull-up 10-foot jumper, and Monique Akoa Makani and Wheeler had the final two baskets in the late run for the Sparks (12-18), who won for just the third time in the past nine games.
    — Staff, Daily News, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of jumper
Noun
  • Between its pleats, lace detailing, and soft peplum design, the shirt has the DNA of a pintuck or shirtwaist blouse, but the front tie design gives it a sexier, romantic appeal.
    — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 1 June 2026
  • Ballet flats, separates, the shirtwaist dress, spaghetti straps on evening gowns, strapless swimsuits and athletic-friendly designs were among her creations.
    — Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 10 June 2025
Definition of shirtwaist
Noun
  • In addition to Hathaway’s fuchsia and red moment, Madonna showcased a hot pink and black slingback pump from Saint Laurent at the label’s men’s show in Paris in June, pairing the shoes with a lacy red long-sleeve minidress.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Shorter hemlines may be egging on this summer skin trend, but don’t toss that minidress just yet.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of minidress
Noun
  • Jules, played by Hunter Schafer, appeared in a sheer, long-sleeve top underneath a silky pink chemise-style dress.
    — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 31 May 2026
  • British model Alexa Chung strips the desert khaki down to the basics of the extravagantly detailed skirt topped by a fine chemise.
    — Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Definition of chemise
Noun
  • Shawkat wore an airy sundress with watercolor yellow and black-and-white leaf panelling, with her own pair of white stripe adidas.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Trendy Queen Mini Sundress For a more formal take on an athletic travel dress, this flowy sundress has an elevated look made from a comfortable, polyester-spandex stretchy material.
    — Mariette Williams, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of sundress
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“Tea gown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tea%20gown. Accessed 18 Aug. 2026.

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