Meaning of the word nightshirt in English

What does nightshirt mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

nightshirt

US /ˈnaɪt.ʃɝːt/
UK /ˈnaɪt.ʃɜːt/
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Noun

a loose garment like a long shirt, worn in bed

Example:
He put on his comfortable cotton nightshirt before going to sleep.
The old man always wore a striped nightshirt.