Pajama

/pəˈdʒɑːmə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a loose-fitting pair of trousers and a matching top, worn for sleeping or lounging.

After a long day, I changed into my favorite pajamas and settled in for a movie night.

clothing worn for sleeping, typically consisting of a top and bottom.

She always buys new pajamas for Christmas to start the holiday season in style.

the trousers worn with a matching top or shirt as sleepwear, often made of soft materials.

He prefers wearing cotton pajamas because they are comfortable and breathable.

in some cultures, the term may refer to lightweight clothing worn casually.

During the summer, he often wears his pajamas outside to enjoy the warm evenings.

From Hindi 'पजामा' (pajama), meaning 'leg garment'.

in your pajamas

Dressed in pajamas, often used to indicate being at home or in a relaxed state.

pajama party

A social gathering where guests, often children, wear pajamas.

nightgown

A woman's loose, lightweight dress worn to bed.

robe

A loose fitting outer garment worn before and after bathing or sleeping.

slippers

Soft footwear typically worn indoors.

PJs

I love wearing my PJs on a lazy Sunday.

jammy

He's such a jammy, lounging around all day in his pajamas.