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n. In India and Persia, thin loose trowsers or drawers; in Europe and America, drawers worn at night, or a kind of nightdress with legs. Usually used in the plural. See pajamas.
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n. a pair of loose trousers tied by a drawstring around the waist; worn by men and women in some Asian countries
n. (usually plural) loose-fitting nightclothes worn for sleeping or lounging; have a jacket top and trousers
Word Usage
"I guess that really does mean the end of the satin pyjama hopes I have been harbouring for a few years now as you will be an honest woman."