peignoir

English

noun
Definitions
  • A long outer garment for women, usually sheer and made of chiffon and often sold with matching nightgown, negligee or underwear
  • A cape worn to protect the clothes at the barbers / hairdressers

Etymology

Borrowed from French peignoir.

Origin

French

peignoir

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