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jam·mies

 (jăm′ēz)
pl.n. Informal
Pajamas.
[Shortening and alteration of pajamas, pl. of pajama.]
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jammies

(ˈdʒæmɪz)
pl n
(Clothing & Fashion) slang pyjamas
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jam•mies

(ˈdʒæm iz)

n. (used with a pl. v.) Informal.
pajamas.
[1970–75; jam- (shortening of pajamas) + -ie]
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ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:
Noun1.jammies - (usually plural) loose-fitting nightclothes worn for sleeping or loungingjammies - (usually plural) loose-fitting nightclothes worn for sleeping or lounging; have a jacket top and trousers
pj's, pyjama, pajama
nightclothes, nightwear, sleepwear - garments designed to be worn in bed
sleeper - pajamas with feet; worn by children
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