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gown

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a woman's dress, usually with a close-fitting bodice and a long flared skirt, often worn on formal occasions

Other meanings

2. noun

the members of a university as distinguished from the other residents of the town in which the university is located

3. noun

lingerie consisting of a loose dress designed to be worn in bed by women

4. noun

protective garment worn by surgeons during operations

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