pajama

noun

pa·​ja·​ma pə-ˈjä-mə How to pronounce pajama (audio) -ˈja- How to pronounce pajama (audio)
pajamaed adjective

Examples of pajama in a Sentence

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Dressed in full Martha’s Vineyard monochrome (basically, elevated daytime pajamas), complete with a classic Dior Saddle bag a la any good brand ambassador, J. Law’s footwear struck the perfect balance between toe-exposing and rat-resistant. Olivia Allen, Vogue, 9 July 2025 These new seats are sleep-focused and include pillows, duvets, slippers, pajamas and fleece blankets. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 July 2025 In the picture, the mom of four wore cheetah print pajamas while covering her face. Hannah Sacks, People.com, 8 July 2025 Skip the pajamas and spring for these sleek, smoothing pants from Lululemon instead. Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for pajama

Word History

Etymology

Hindi & Urdu pājāma, from Persian leg + jāma garment

First Known Use

1801, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pajama was in 1801

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“Pajama.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pajama. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

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