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nightgown

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun nightgown has 1 sense
  1. nightgown, nightie, night-robe, nightdress - lingerie consisting of a loose dress designed to be worn in bed by women
    --1 is a kind of lingerie, intimate apparel; nightclothes, nightwear

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Nightgown

Definition:

A nightgown is a loose, lightweight, and comfortable garment worn by women or girls in bed at night. It typically reaches to the knees or ankles and is often made of soft, breathable fabric.

Senses:

Noun:

1. A comfortable and loose garment worn by women or girls while sleeping at night.

2. A long, flowing dress worn by women in the past during the night.

Usage:

Popular Usage:

Many women prefer wearing a nightgown to sleep as it provides comfort and allows the skin to breathe.

She selected a beautiful lace-trimmed nightgown to wear to bed.

Local Usage:

In some regions, a nightgown refers to a more modest dress-like garment worn by women during the night.

My grandmother still wears a traditional nightgown to bed every night.

Example Sentences:

1. She slipped into her silky nightgown and nestled under the covers.

2. The nightgown she wore had delicate embroidery on the collar.

3. They bought matching nightgowns for their sleepover party.

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