bath·robe

[bath-rohb, bahth-]
noun
a long, loose, coat-like garment, often tied with a belt of the same material, worn before and after a bath, over sleepwear, or as leisure wear at home.

Origin:
1900–05, Americanism; bath1 + robe

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bathrobe (ˈbɑːθˌrəʊb) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
1.  a loose-fitting garment of towelling, for wear before or after a bath or swimming
2.  (US), (Canadian) a dressing gown

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Example sentences
Seven houses down in the opposite direction another neighbor heard the noise
  and walked outside in her bathrobe to look around.
You'll be surprised at how much time you spend in your bathing suit, your
  bathrobe, or a t-shirt and shorts.
Each room offers a bathrobe and luxury bath amenities, and guests can request
  butler service to help meet all special requests.
He hurriedly changed from his bathrobe into some clothes, and ran out the back
  door of his house.
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