Morgenrock

German
Mann im Morgenrock - Man in dressing gown

Etymology

From Morgen (“morning”) +‎ Rock (“coat, robe”).

Pronunciation
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Noun

Morgenrock m (strong, genitive Morgenrocks or Morgenrockes, plural Morgenröcke)

  1. any robe-like garment worn before dressing, especially a dressing gown (UK), bathrobe (US)
    Synonyms: Bademantel, Morgenmantel, Schlafrock

Usage notes
  • Some sources distinguish between Bademantel, which is made of terry cloth, and the other three synonyms, which are made of other fabrics. However, this is hardly a general rule.

Declension

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