What is the difference between a housecoat and a bathrobe?

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What is the difference between a housecoat and a bathrobe?

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Housecoat -- A woman's garment, usually long and loose, used for informal wear at home.

Bathrobe -- A loose-fitting robe worn before and after bathing and for lounging.

https://kinnairdireland.wordpress.com/2009/01/11/the-difference-between-a-bathrobe-and-a-dressing-gown/

https://www.mumsnet.com/Talk/am_i_being_unreasonable/2823460-Housecoat-vs-Dressing-Gown

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Dec 30 2007, 8:24 PM

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A housecoat is a loose dressing gown for women.
A bathrobe is a loose-fitting robe of towelling; worn after a bath or swim

https://blog.vermontcountrystore.com/duster-popover-housecoat-robewhats-darn-difference/

Response last updated by CmdrK on May 14 2021.
Dec 31 2007, 3:47 AM

What is the difference between a housecoat and a bathrobe?

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