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neglige

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neg`li`ge´    (nĕg`lĭ`zhā´; F. nã`glė`zhã´)
n.1.An easy, unceremonious attire; undress.
2.A kind of loose, flowing dressing gown worn by women, usually made of sheer fabric.
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Noun1.negligeneglige - a loose dressing gown for women
housecoat, negligee, peignoir, wrapper
brunch coat - a woman's short housecoat or wrapper
camisole - a short negligee
woman's clothing - clothing that is designed for women to wear
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Madame Ratignolle looked more beautiful than ever there at home, in a neglige which left her arms almost wholly bare and exposed the rich, melting curves of her white throat.
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