Pyjama

usgb/pəˈdʒæmə/
noun

A soft cloth clothing that people wear in bed or while resting at home.

She changed into her pyjamas before going to bed.
Visual representation of "pyjama" - A soft cloth clothing that people wear in bed or while resting at home.

Often appears as...

  • get into pyjamas
  • wear pyjamas
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Casual Attire

Indicates comfortable, relaxed clothing typically worn at home or in private settings.

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After his bath, he slipped into his pyjamas.
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Nightwear Identifiers

Often associated with bedtime routines and can signal readiness for sleep to others.

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Her kids put on their pyjamas after their bedtime story.
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Not Public Fashion

Generally considered inappropriate for public places like schools, offices, or shopping.

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He accidentally went to the store in his pyjamas, feeling embarrassed.
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