Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

housedress

Noun
/ˈhaʊsˌdrɛs/
Definition
A housedress is a comfortable, typically informal dress worn by women at home.
Examples
  • She wore a colorful housedress while cleaning the house.
  • In the 1950s, many women wore housedresses for their daily chores.
Meaning
It is designed for everyday wear, often made from light fabric to facilitate ease of movement.
Synonyms
  • Housecoat
  • House dress
  • Apron dress