Meaning of gown in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions
  3. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ɡaʊn/

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  1. Verb

    gown

    Definitions

    1. dress in a gown

    Derived terms

  2. Noun

    gown

    Etymology

    Middle English: from Old French goune, from late Latin gunna‘fur garment’; probably related to Byzantine Greek gouna‘fur, fur-lined garment’

    Definitions

    1. long, usually formal, woman's dress
  3. 2. protective garment worn by surgeons during operations
  4. 3. outerwear consisting of a long flowing garment used for official or ceremonial occasions

    Derived terms

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