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pajama

noun

pa·​ja·​ma pə-ˈjä-mə How to pronounce pajama (audio) -ˈja- How to pronounce pajama (audio)
pajamaed adjective

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Start with its cult-favorite bra and some festive pajamas, then dive into the rest of its (vast, underrated) collection. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 29 Nov. 2025 Fixmatti 2-Piece Knit Sweater Outfit Looking for something that feels as nice as your favorite pajamas with the style of a cohesive outfit? Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2025 Holiday gifting is also extremely simple with easy gifts, such as pajamas, for everyone on your list. Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 29 Nov. 2025 Other snaps included Bush Hager with extended family, a close-up of Hal looking directly into the camera, and Poppy lounging in front of a fireplace in her pajamas. Clare Fisher, PEOPLE, 28 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pajama

Word History

Etymology

Hindi & Urdu pājāma, from Persian leg + jāma garment

First Known Use

1801, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pajama was in 1801

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“Pajama.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pajama. Accessed 1 Dec. 2025.

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