Nightgown Meaning

/ˈnaɪtˌɡaʊn/
A2

Definition, CEFR level A2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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nounA long loose robe worn mainly by women for sleeping in.

nounA dressing gown.

Mary was still wearing a nightgown when Tom got to her house at noon.
She has this pretty lace nightgown with straps.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
She wore a soft ____ to bed every night because it was comfortable and light.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She put on her comfortable silk ____ and settled into bed for the evening.

From Middle English nyght gowne. By surface analysis, night + gown.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
She wore a soft ____ to bed every night because it was comfortable and light.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She put on her comfortable silk ____ and settled into bed for the evening.

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