Definition

Noun: 1. (usually plural) A set of loose-fitting clothes worn for sleeping or lounging, typically consisting of a jacket top and trousers. 2. A pair of loose trousers tied by a drawstring around the waist, worn by men and women in some Asian countries.

Usage

The word "pajama" is most commonly used in its plural form, pajamas. It refers to the complete set of sleepwear. The singular form "pajama" is less common and is typically used to refer to one leg of the trousers (e.g., "a pajama leg") or in the context of the style of trousers from South Asia.

Examples

• Plural form (common usage):
  • She changed into her pajamas before going to bed.
  • The children wore warm flannel pajamas in the winter.
• Singular form (less common):
  • He spilled juice on his pajama top.
  • The traditional outfit includes a kurta and a pajama.

Advanced Usage

• "Pajama party" (also called a slumber party): A social gathering, typically for children or teenagers, where guests spend the night at a host's house, often wearing pajamas.
  • My daughter is excited for her first pajama party this weekend.

Variants and Related Words

• Pajamas (n., plural): The standard and most frequent form of the word.
• Pyjamas (n., plural): A common British English spelling variant.
• PJ's / Pjs (n., plural, informal): A common abbreviation.
  • I'm just going to stay in my PJ's all day.

Synonyms

• Sleepwear (n.): A general term for clothes designed for sleeping.
• Nightclothes (n.): A formal term for garments worn in bed.
• Nightwear (n.): Similar to sleepwear.

Related Phrases

• In (one's) pajamas: Describes the state of wearing pajamas.
  • He answered the door still in his pajamas.

Noun

1. (usually plural) loose-fitting nightclothes worn for sleeping or lounging; have a jacket top and trousers
2. a pair of loose trousers tied by a drawstring around the waist; worn by men and women in some Asian countries