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nightgear

/ˈnaɪt.ɡɪər/
night · gear

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• noun

1

Clothing designed to be worn in bed, such as pajamas, nightgowns, or sleepwear.

Example

"She packed comfortable cotton nightgear in her overnight bag before leaving for the weekend trip."


2

Specialized equipment, reflective apparel, or lighting apparatus used for outdoor activities, work, or navigation in the dark.

Example

"The search-and-rescue team checked their headlamps and reflective nightgear before heading up the trail after dusk."

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180019102020

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nightgear. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nightgear
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