Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

baby-doll

noun
/ˈbeɪbi dɒl/
Definition
A type of soft, sleeveless dress typically worn by women and designed to resemble a child’s nightgown.
Examples
  • She wore a cute baby-doll dress to the summer party.
  • The baby-doll lingerie was both playful and alluring.
Meaning
The term ‘baby-doll’ can also refer to a style of lingerie that resembles a loose-fitting dress.
Synonyms
  • nightgown
  • lingerie
  • frock