tea gown

tea gown

n (Clothing & Fashion) (formerly) a long loose decorative dress worn esp when entertaining guests to afternoon tea

tea′ gown`

n. a semiformal dress or gown, usu. of soft, flowing fabric, once popularly worn for afternoon tea or parties. [1875–80]

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tea gown - a long loose-fitting gown formerly popular for wear at afternoon teagown - a woman's dress, usually with a close-fitting bodice and a long flared skirt, often worn on formal occasions