Nightgowns Meaning in English
word · lemma: nightgown
ˈnaɪtˌɡaʊnz
NYTE-gownz
nˈaɪtɡaʊnz
NYTE-gownz
Definition
A nightgown is a loose, comfortable dress that women and girls wear to sleep. It is usually made from soft fabrics like cotton or silk.
Usage & Nuances
"Nightgowns" are typically for women or girls; for men, "nightshirt" is used. Common collocation: "silk nightgown," "cotton nightgown." Plural refers to multiple garments. Used in both formal (shopping, laundry) and informal contexts.
Spanish: camisonesPortuguese (BR): camisolõesPortuguese (PT): camisas de dormirChinese (Simplified): 睡裙Chinese (Traditional): 睡衣Hindi: रात्रि वस्त्रArabic: قمصان النومBengali: নাইটগাউন - রাতের পোষাকRussian: ночная рубашкаJapanese: ネグリジェ - ナイトガウンVietnamese: váy ngủKorean: 잠옷 - 나이트가운Turkish: gecelikUrdu: نائٹ گاؤنIndonesian: gaun tidur
Example Sentences
The store sells many colorful nightgowns.
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She bought two new nightgowns for summer.
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My grandmother makes handmade nightgowns.
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After a hot shower, she slipped into one of her favorite nightgowns.
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I keep my winter nightgowns stored away until it gets cold.
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The hotel provides fresh nightgowns for guests in every room.
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