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neg·li·gee n. (nĕg`lĭ*zhā"; F. nā̍`glē̍`zhā̍")

[F. négligé, fr. négliger to neglect, L. negligere. See Neglect.]

1. An easy, unceremonious attire; undress.

2. A kind of loose, flowing dressing gown worn by women, usually made of sheer fabric.

Syn. -- negligee, peignoir.
[1913 Webster + PJC]

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IN BRIEF: n. - A loose dressing gown for women.

 
 
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