nightgown
noun
night·gown
ˈnīt-ˌgau̇n 
1
archaic
: dressing gown
2
: a loose garment for wear in bed
Examples of nightgown in a Sentence
decided to buy a flannel nightgown instead of pajamas
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Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 21 Jan. 2026
Such a breeze up there to whip around your nightgown.
—David Searcy, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
Pick up a cozy essentials set with a beanie, scarf, gloves, and ear warmers for $20, or sleep easy in a luxe satin nightgown that’s gentle on skin ($13).
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2025
The looks build on this summer’s nightgown-as-daywear trend but are amped up and even sexier for the winter.
—Lily Hautau, CNN Money, 17 Dec. 2025
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“Nightgown.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nightgown. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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nightgown
noun
night·gown
-ˌgau̇n
: a long loose garment worn in bed
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