nightshirts

noun

plural of nightshirt
as in gowns
a loose pullover garment worn in bed preferred nightshirts over pajama sets

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  1. gowns
  2. nightgowns
Noun
  • Jennifer Aniston’s signature style is built on timeless wardrobe staples like white tees, relaxed denim, maxi dresses, and sleek black gowns that always feel polished yet effortless.
    — Samantha Sutton, InStyle, 22 July 2026
  • But the two looks that stand out the most were dresses that Roach pulled straight from the couture shows in Paris—rarefied, one-of-a-kind gowns that few people ever get to see out in the world, let alone on an A-list celebrity.
    — Rachel Syme, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
Definition of gowns
Noun
  • Pajama sets, nightgowns and slips are all hung on delicate curving racks in the center of the room.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 13 July 2026
  • One example from the book that illustrates Perel’s tough-love approach was a couple who loved to cuddle, wearing comfortable clothes such as flannel nightgowns to unwind.
    — Marisa Meltzer, Vanity Fair, 26 June 2026
Definition of nightgowns
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