loungewear

noun

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

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While Quince sells plenty of Italian leather jackets and blazers, cashmere sweaters, wide-leg pants, and the like for a capsule wardrobe, don’t overlook its loungewear. Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2026 Next, if your loungewear needs a refresh, don’t miss this 73-percent-off Free People tank and these super-soft pants. Jordan Julian, InStyle, 13 Mar. 2026 Made from a lightweight, drapey fabric that screams bohemian charm, this dress is designed for everything from a bathing suit cover-up to post-beach loungewear or humid nights out. Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026 How to style sweatpants to be on trend Sporty loungewear has become a favorite among fashion insiders both in and outside of the gym, so much so that a pair of sweatpants aren't just for running errands anymore. Antonio Fuentes, Glamour, 10 Mar. 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 25 Mar. 2026.

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