nightshirt

as in gown
a loose pullover garment worn in bed preferred nightshirts over pajama sets

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Recent Examples of nightshirt An 1895 book by Thomas Chamberlin, an officer in the regiment that guarded Lincoln, also mentioned the sleeping arrangement, and that Derickson would wear Lincoln’s nightshirts. Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 6 Sep. 2024 This best-selling nightshirt is a whopping 57 percent off, bringing it down to just $35. Nicola Fumo, Peoplemag, 1 Mar. 2024 Made in the most sumptuous 22mm Mulberry silk, and tailored in a way that turns a classic nightshirt into something surprisingly glamorous, elegant cuff piping and mother-of-pearl buttons make this a sleepwear dream. Margaux Lushing, Forbes, 13 Feb. 2024 How about this gorgeous, striped nightshirt that can pair with a sweet, organic cotton pajama set for her mini? Margaux Lushing, Forbes, 13 Feb. 2024 See All Example Sentences for nightshirt
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Noun
  • Lionel Hahn/Getty Images For the actual ceremony and red carpet beforehand, Ryan chose a strapless burgundy gown with a low slit.
    Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 3 Mar. 2025
  • Wicked stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo open 2025 Oscars with gravity-defying Wizard of Oz medley Grande chose to wear an ethereal gown, with some sparkle, of course, from Schiaparelli.
    Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 3 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Shoppers note that the nightgown gets softer with every wash without shrinking and is ideal for hot sleepers and those with sensitive skin.
    Maggie Horton, People.com, 19 Feb. 2025
  • Its styling nods to iconic Italian bombshells like Sophia Loren and Monica Bellucci, with bralettes, chemises, nightgowns, robes, and underwear that cling to your curves and accentuate the waist and bust.
    Malia Griggs, Glamour, 20 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • With my hair one day past acceptably unwashed and my weird nightdress.
    EW.com, EW.com, 29 Nov. 2023
  • This modest short-sleeve nightdress features wide arm and neck holes for a comfortably loose fit.
    Erica Reagle, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2023

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“Nightshirt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nightshirt. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

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