loungewear

noun

lounge·​wear ˈlau̇nj-ˌwer How to pronounce loungewear (audio)
: informal clothing usually designed to be worn at home

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And monochromatic looks in athleisure and loungewear will still be big in cool neutrals. Toby Rose, Parents, 29 July 2025 Pro Tip: Many hotels in Japan offer in-room loungewear called a yukata at no additional cost for guests to wear during their stay. Michelle Gross, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025 Favorite collections: Dolce & Gabbana’s pajama party, dressing the man from day to night in loungewear, was fresh, fun and the designers at their best. Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 23 June 2025 Today, the best loungewear is having a sophisticated revival: A work-from-home wardrobe that merges comfort with professionalism. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for loungewear

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1957, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of loungewear was circa 1957

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“Loungewear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/loungewear. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.

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