sleepwear
|sleep/wear|
B1
🇺🇸
/ˈsliːpˌwɛr/
🇬🇧
/ˈsliːpˌweə/
clothing for sleeping
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sleepwear' originates from the combination of 'sleep' and 'wear', where 'wear' refers to clothing.
Historical Evolution
'sleepwear' has always been a compound word in English, combining 'sleep' and 'wear'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'clothing for sleeping', and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
clothing designed to be worn while sleeping.
She bought new sleepwear for the winter season.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/02/02 23:31