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  1. night-railnoun

    A loose robe worn as a nightgown.

  2. Etymology: Old English hrœgel. Confer Old High German hregil.

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  1. night-rail

    A nightgown, nightie or nightdress is a loosely hanging item of nightwear, and is commonly worn by women and girls. A nightgown is made from cotton, silk, satin, or nylon and may be decorated with lace appliqués or embroidery at the bust and hem.A nightgown may have any neckline, and may have sleeves of any type, or be sleeveless, and any shoulder strap or back style. The length of a nightgown may vary from hip-length to floor-length. A short nightgown can be called a "shortie" or a "babydoll", depending on the style. The sweep (taper from top to bottom) of the night gown can vary from virtually straight, to full circle sweep, like the Olga gown. A slip nightgown may be used as a nightgown or as a full slip. Nightgowns may be worn with a matching outer garment such as a robe, a sheer chiffon peignoir, or a dressing gown, to make them appropriate for receiving guests.

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  1. night-rail

    Night-rail is a term that does not have a commonly recognized definition or usage. It could refer to a variety of things such as a rail system that primarily operates during the night, a type of protective rail used during nighttime construction or maintenance, or a term specific to a particular industry or context. Without further context or clarification, it is challenging to provide a specific definition for "night-rail."

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of night-rail in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of night-rail in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8


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