nightshirt

as in gown
a loose pullover garment worn in bed preferred nightshirts over pajama sets

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Recent Examples of nightshirt How about this gorgeous, striped nightshirt that can pair with a sweet, organic cotton pajama set for her mini? Margaux Lushing, Forbes, 13 Feb. 2024 Theo smoked the cigarette to the bitter end, flipped the butt into the grass, and brushed the ashes off the front of her nightshirt. Addie Citchens, The New Yorker, 5 Feb. 2024 Adults can choose between a two-piece long-john set or a warm and cozy two-piece flannel set, and women can also opt for a long nightshirt. Jessica Booth, Parents, 14 Nov. 2023 Adults can also get a two-piece button-down set or an oversized women’s nightshirt. Jessica Booth, Parents, 14 Nov. 2023 See all Example Sentences for nightshirt 
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Noun
  • Ballerini wore the sleeveless gown with silver eye shadow, long waves, and silver sandals.
    Marissa Muller, WWD, 21 Nov. 2024
  • The former costars were captured chatting at the event and even interacting with Vivica A. Fox, 60, who wore a dazzling dark red shimmery gown.
    Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Carter’s sells a handful of their adorable holiday nightgowns for little girls with a matching version for their tiny doll BFFs.
    Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 21 Oct. 2024
  • For an extra soft experience, get a 100% cotton nightgown from Lake Pajamas.
    Christopher Murray, Fox News, 22 Oct. 2024
Noun
  • With my hair one day past acceptably unwashed and my weird nightdress.
    EW.com, EW.com, 29 Nov. 2023
  • This modest short-sleeve nightdress features wide arm and neck holes for a comfortably loose fit.
    Erica Reagle, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2023

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“Nightshirt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nightshirt. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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