1. a woman’s light, loose-fitting nightgown or dressing gown, typically made of a sheer or delicate fabric
Usage: fashion; intimate apparel

Examples

• She wrapped herself in a silk negligee before going to bed.
• The vintage negligee was made of delicate lace and satin.
• She bought a new negligee for her honeymoon trip.
• The negligee hung gracefully from the bedroom chair.
• Her grandmother’s negligee was kept as a family heirloom.
• The boutique specialized in elegant negligees and sleepwear.