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pajamas

[puh-jam-uhz]

pajamas Definition

loose-fitting clothes worn for sleeping or lounging.

Using pajamas: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pajamas" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I like to wear my pajamas when I'm at home.

  • Example

    She changed into her pajamas before going to bed.

  • Example

    He spent the whole day in his pajamas.

  • Example

    I need to buy new pajamas for the winter.

pajamas Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pajamas

Phrases with pajamas

  • pajamas with built-in socks that cover the feet

    Example

    My son loves his footed pajamas because they keep him warm at night.

  • matching pajamas

    pajamas that have the same pattern or design for a group of people

    Example

    We all wore matching pajamas on Christmas morning.

  • pajamas made from silk fabric, often considered luxurious

    Example

    She treated herself to a pair of silk pajamas for her birthday.

Origins of pajamas

from Hindi 'pāy-jāma', meaning 'leg clothing'

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Summary: pajamas in Brief

The term 'pajamas' [puh-jam-uhz] refers to loose-fitting clothes worn for sleeping or lounging. It is commonly used in phrases like 'footed pajamas' and 'matching pajamas,' and can be made from various materials such as silk. Synonyms include 'sleepwear' and 'nightclothes.'

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