pyjama

• Nom désignant un vêtement de nuit ample composé d'une veste et d'un pantalon, porté pour dormir ou se reposer, ou, dans certains pays asiatiques, un pantalon ample serré à la taille par un cordon, porté par les hommes et les femmes.

A noun referring to loose-fitting trousers tied by a drawstring around the waist, worn by men and women in some Asian countries, or a set of loose-fitting nightclothes consisting of a jacket and trousers, worn for sleeping or lounging.

pluriel irrégulier

1. Loose trousersB1formal

   A pair of loose-fitting trousers, typically tied with a drawstring at the waist, traditionally worn by both men and women in some Asian countries.

   Pantalon ample à cordon

   • He wore comfortable cotton pyjamas while relaxing at home.
   • In many parts of South Asia, pyjamas are worn as everyday clothing.
   • She bought a set of silk pyjamas for lounging around the house.

2. Sleepwear setA2formal

   A set of loose-fitting nightclothes, usually consisting of a jacket or top and trousers, worn for sleeping or relaxing.

   pyjama

   • She changed into her favorite flannel pyjamas before bed.
   • The children wore matching cartoon-print pyjamas to the sleepover.
   • He prefers wearing pyjamas instead of a nightshirt.

   Synonymesjammiesnightclothesnightwearsleepwear