loungewear

noun

lounge·​wear ˈlau̇nj-ˌwer How to pronounce loungewear (audio)
Synonyms of loungewearnext
: informal clothing usually designed to be worn at home

Examples of loungewear in a Sentence

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There are millions of deals to love, but my favorite part of the whole event might be the slew of summer-ready loungewear suddenly on sale. Annie Blackman, InStyle, 22 June 2026 The site has just dropped dozens of early deals on everything from curling irons and loungewear to outdoor gear and kitchen appliances. Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 22 June 2026 The first drop includes nearly 60 products spanning bedding, décor, sleepwear and loungewear, marking Hollister’s first-ever move into home furnishings. Mark Faithfull, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026 ReachMe Barrel Sweatpants Topstitch detailing is a trademark feature in Anthropologie’s casual loungewear, much like Amazon’s ReachMe Barrel Sweatpants that turn a sporty silhouette into something more thoughtfully designed and slightly elevated. Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for loungewear

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1957, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of loungewear was circa 1957

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“Loungewear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/loungewear. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.

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