German

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Etymology

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From Schlaf (sleep) +‎ Rock (coat, robe). Compare Yiddish שלאָפֿראָק (shlofrok).

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Noun

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Schlafrock m (strong, genitive Schlafrocks or Schlafrockes, plural Schlafröcke)

  1. any robe-like garment worn before dressing, especially a dressing gown/bathrobe
    Synonyms: Bademantel, Morgenrock, Morgenmantel

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Descendants

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  • Polish: szlafrok

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