loungewear

[ lounj-wair ]

noun

1. articles of clothing suitable for wear during leisure time, especially in the home.

Word History and Origins

Origin of loungewear¹

First recorded in 1955–60; lounge + wear

Example Sentences

People told her that Telluride was casual, “all sweatpants,” but she wasn’t about to represent her new movie, “Nickel Boys,” in loungewear.

From Los Angeles Times

What began as a collection of undergarments designed to give women a more flattering, contoured silhouette has swelled into a comprehensive apparel giant: There’s underwear, bras, swimwear, dresses, tees and tanks, loungewear and pajamas.

From Los Angeles Times

The label sells women’s activewear, jumpsuits, jackets, bras and underwear, loungewear and sleepwear as well as sweatshirts, sweatpants and tees for men and children.

From Los Angeles Times

Surprise, I like books and a $1.00 gift card from my favorite local bookstore will do you way more for me than the 25 bucks they waste on Walmart loungewear.

From Salon

The brand started out with form-fitting basics and underwear, but has since expanded to include loungewear and swimwear — winning over other celebrities in the process.

From Los Angeles Times