nightwear
Definition
Noun: - Garments designed to be worn in bed: Clothing specifically intended for sleeping or relaxing in at night.
Usage
"Nightwear" is a formal and collective term for sleepwear. It is used as an uncountable noun to refer to the category of clothing. * She bought new nightwear for her trip. * The store has a wide selection of comfortable nightwear.
Examples
- Noun:
- Silk nightwear is often considered luxurious.
- He packed his nightwear in a separate bag.
- This fabric is ideal for nightwear because it is soft and breathable.
Advanced Usage
- "In one's nightwear": Describes the state of wearing sleepwear.
- He answered the door in his nightwear, which was quite embarrassing.
Variants and Related Words
- Nightclothes (n): A direct synonym for nightwear.
- She changed into her nightclothes.
- Sleepwear (n): A modern synonym for nightwear.
- The sleepwear section is on the second floor.
- Pajamas/Pyjamas (n): A common, specific type of nightwear consisting of a top and trousers.
- He wore striped pajamas.
- Nightgown (n): A loose dress worn as nightwear.
- She prefers a nightgown to pajamas.
- Nightshirt (n): A long shirt, often for men, worn to sleep.
- The classic nightshirt is making a comeback.
Synonyms
- Sleepwear: Clothing for sleeping in.
- Nightclothes: Garments for night-time wear.
Related Phrases
- Bed clothes: This term can sometimes refer to nightwear but more commonly refers to sheets, blankets, and other bed linens.
Noun
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garments designed to be worn in bed
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