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What does peignoir mean?

Oh, Those French!

The peignoir as we know it is really another word for a negligee or dressing gown. The word "peignoir" actually translates to "garment worn while combing the hair." Leave it to the classy French to come up with a sexy garment that has only one purpose!

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