Definition of gown

• n. - A loose, flowing upper garment
• n. - The ordinary outer dress of a woman; as, a calico or silk gown.
• n. - The official robe of certain professional men and scholars, as university students and officers, barristers, judges, etc.; hence, the dress of peace; the dress of civil officers, in distinction from military.
• n. - A loose wrapper worn by gentlemen within doors; a dressing gown.
• n. - Any sort of dress or garb.