Meaning of 'gown'

noun

a woman's dress, usually with a close-fitting bodice and a long flared skirt, often worn on formal occasions

noun

outerwear consisting of a long flowing garment used for official or ceremonial occasions

Synonyms: robe

noun

protective garment worn by surgeons during operations

Synonyms: surgical gown scrubs

noun

lingerie consisting of a loose dress designed to be worn in bed by women

Synonyms: nightgown nightie night-robe nightdress

noun

the members of a university as distinguished from the other residents of the town in which the university is located

Example: "the relations between town and gown are always sensitive"

verb

dress in a gown