tea gown

noun

Definition of tea gownnext
as in Mother Hubbard

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tea gown
  1. sheath
  2. kimono
  3. shift
  4. jumper
  5. shirtwaist
  6. minidress
  7. chemise
  8. sundress
Noun
  • To further the house’s connection to nature, Wright used flagstone flooring inside and out and employed large sheaths of glass windows for visual continuity.
    — Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2026
  • During his burial, an iron sword in a leather sheath was placed across his chest, with a spear next to him.
    — Adam England, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026
Definition of sheath
Noun
  • Like Davis’ dress, this minimalist style is easy to accessorize with statement jewelry, vibrant scarves, and even a lace kimono for cool yet breathable coverage.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026
  • Kira creates original patterns inspired by traditional Japanese motifs, including wagara, the decorative designs commonly found in kimono textiles.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026
Definition of kimono
Noun
  • All the players have put in a very tough shift so my thoughts and appreciation go to the players who were out there.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 12 July 2026
  • That’s why ResMed customers are seeing big shifts toward offline meetups and community pages, which help build brand loyalty in a different way.
    — Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
Definition of shift
Noun
  • New York answered with a basket from Jones basket before Williams put up a jumper just before the shot clock expired.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 11 July 2026
  • Flau’jae Johnson to fire off a 27-foot three-point jumper to take the lead.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
Definition of jumper
Noun
  • Between its pleats, lace detailing, and soft peplum design, the shirt has the DNA of a pintuck or shirtwaist blouse, but the front tie design gives it a sexier, romantic appeal.
    — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 1 June 2026
  • Ballet flats, separates, the shirtwaist dress, spaghetti straps on evening gowns, strapless swimsuits and athletic-friendly designs were among her creations.
    — Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 10 June 2025
Definition of shirtwaist
Noun
  • In October 2025, Schumer shared an Instagram photo of herself wearing a black button-down minidress with coordinating heels.
    — Charlie Carballo, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • Wang, who turned 77 on June 27, attended Schiaparelli’s latest fashion show on July 6 in a gray sleeveless minidress.
    — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 6 July 2026
Definition of minidress
Noun
  • Jules, played by Hunter Schafer, appeared in a sheer, long-sleeve top underneath a silky pink chemise-style dress.
    — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 31 May 2026
  • British model Alexa Chung strips the desert khaki down to the basics of the extravagantly detailed skirt topped by a fine chemise.
    — Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Definition of chemise
Noun
  • The Princess of Wales stepped out in Egham, England, wearing a breezy, sleeveless black-and-white gingham sundress.
    — Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 10 July 2026
  • Nina Dobrev struts in a sundress at Live with Kelly and Mark in Hudson Square on June 30 in New York City.
    — Brendan Le Updated, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
Definition of sundress
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