pajama

noun

pa·​ja·​ma pə-ˈjä-mə  -ˈja- 

: pajamas

pajamaed

pə-ˈjä-məd 

-ˈja-

adjective

Examples of pajama in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Men, horses and even cattle moved through South Boston’s hills in the morning wind as residents watched from stoops — some in pajamas and wrapped in blankets, appearing to have been awakened by the sound of drums and bagpipes. —ABC News, 17 Mar. 2026

From a luxe bathrobe to an adorable, soft-as-can-be pajama set, her annual curation is reliably filled with picks designed to make your everyday just a little comfier. —Annie Blackman, InStyle, 13 Mar. 2026

Primark's Winnie the Pooh 100th Anniversary collection includes newborn body suits, plus sweaters, pajamas, caps and socks, as well as backpacks and luggage. —Mike Snider, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026

Pinspark Matching 2-Piece Lounge Set Pinspark's matching two-piece set has soft fabric with four-way stretch that's comfortable enough to rival your best pajamas. —Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Hindi & Urdu pājāma, from Persian pā leg + jāma garment

First Known Use

1801, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing pajama

• pajama party

Rhymes for pajama

• agama
• bahama
• ulama
• brahma
• chama
• comma
• dama
• drama
• gama
• lama
• llama
• mama