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sleepwear

American  
[sleep-wair] / ˈslipˌwɛər /

noun

  1. garments, as nightgowns or pajamas, worn for sleeping or at bedtime.


Etymology

Origin of sleepwear

First recorded in 1950–55; sleep + wear

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Light, loose sleepwear and bedding can help the body lose heat.

From Science Daily Jul. 29, 2026

It’s part of why I put my initials on items like my wallet, the cuffs of my bespoke shirts, my sleepwear and my towels.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 8, 2026

The trend of sleepwear as everyday wear is all the rage, according to fashion experts.

From MarketWatch Feb. 26, 2026

In Dongguan, a start-up called “Silky & Sage” crafts organic silk sleepwear and sells through community WeChat groups.

From Barron's Oct. 14, 2025

“What we saw from Cafeteria was how important comfort was, so we’ve continued to focus on casuals and sweats, as well as sleepwear and intimates with that in mind,” Phillips said.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 7, 2025

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