pajama

noun

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

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Grab these deals through the end of July before they’re gone, from a cozy pajama lounge set to pantry finds to an all-in-one toaster oven that will mean less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying a Southern summer. Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 23 July 2025 Yes, instead of vast teams arriving at pinnacle AI, some enterprising individual in their pajamas and in their basement arrives there first. Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025 These bamboo viscose pajamas are soft, luxurious, and breathable. Laura Lu, Parents, 17 July 2025 Close blinds or curtains during the day to block heat buildup Layer up in sleepwear—wear socks, long sleeves, or silk pajamas that adapt to your body temperature. Alyssa Hui-Anderson, Verywell Health, 15 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 29 Jul. 2025.

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