pajamas

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a pair of loose trousers tied by a drawstring around the waist; worn by men and women in some Asian countries
  2. noun (usually plural) loose-fitting nightclothes worn for sleeping or lounging; have a jacket top and trousers

Etymology

From Urdu پاجامہ (pājāma) (Hindi पाजामा (pājāmā)), from Classical Persian پَاجَامَه (pājāma, “trousers, drawers”), from پَا (pā, “leg”) + جَامَه (jāma, “garment”).

Synonyms

pajama, pyjama

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