bathrobe

noun

bath·​robe ˈbath-ˌrōb How to pronounce bathrobe (audio)
ˈbäth-
: a loose often absorbent robe worn before and after bathing or as a dressing gown

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Courteney Cox then emerges in a light pink bathrobe. Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026 The Rocco Forte Kids programs are tailored for age groups from toddlers to teens, with amenities that include cuddly toys, child-sized bathrobes and slippers, and welcome treats at check-in. Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 30 Dec. 2025 The bathrooms are especially photogenic, with their persimmon tile, psychedelic wallpaper by George Venson of Voutsa, and custom silk bathrobes that can be purchased at the ByGeorge gift shop downstairs. AFAR Media, 30 Dec. 2025 Verypejan 2-Pack Extended Over-the-Door Hanging Rack This isn’t your average over-the-door hook for holding towels or a single bathrobe. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bathrobe

Word History

First Known Use

1834, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bathrobe was in 1834

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“Bathrobe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bathrobe. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.

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bathrobe

noun
bath·​robe ˈbath-ˌrōb How to pronounce bathrobe (audio)
ˈbȧth-
: a loose robe worn before or after bathing or as a dressing gown

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