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To which pyjamas may be close connection? (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

nightie

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'to which pyjamas may' is the definition.
I can't judge whether this definition defines the answer.

'close connection?' is the wordplay.
'close' becomes 'nigh' (similar in meaning).
'connection?' becomes 'tie' (tie is a kind of connection).
'nigh'+'tie'='NIGHTIE'

'be' acts as a link.

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(Other definitions for nightie that I've seen before include "Skimpy attire" , "Clothing worn in retirement?" , "Bedtime attire" , "cover for retiring" , "Bedtime wear" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.
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