as in gowns
a loose pullover garment worn in bed
bought a long nightdress for the cold winter months ahead
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Noun
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Alumni donated more than enough lightly used caps and gowns and refilled the stock completely.—
Bo Evans,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026 -
Students, who dress in caps and gowns for the festivities, have been busy learning the words, excited about the prospect of starting kindergarten in the fall.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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From shoulder pads to power suits and prom dresses to nightgowns, nothing is off limits.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2026
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Meanwhile, 52 percent of women want sleepwear like robes, pajamas or nightgowns compared to just 27 percent of men.—
Catherine Salfino,
Sourcing Journal,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Nightdresses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nightdresses. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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