Nightshirt

usgb/ˈnaɪtʃɜːrt/
noun

A long, loose shirt that is worn in bed.

In the winter, she prefers to wear her warm flannel nightshirt
Visual representation of "nightshirt" - A long, loose shirt that is worn in bed

Often appears as...

  • flannel nightshirt
  • long nightshirt
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Bedtime Clothing

A nightshirt is specifically worn for sleeping, not for daytime wear or outdoor activities.

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After his evening bath, he changed into his nightshirt.
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Not Outerwear

Unlike regular shirts, a nightshirt is generally not appropriate to wear outside of the home.

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She realized it was too late to go shopping in her nightshirt.
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Unisex Garment

Nightshirts can be worn by any gender, though styles may vary.

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Both the husband and wife had matching cotton nightshirts.
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