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Meaning of vest

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

vest

Pronunciation:/vɛst/

noun

Definitions

  1. A loose robe or outer garment worn historically by men in Arab or Middle Eastern countries.

  2. A sleeveless garment that buttons down the front, worn over a shirt, and often as part of a suit; a waistcoat.

  3. A sleeveless garment, often with a low-cut neck, usually worn under a shirt or blouse.

  4. A sleeveless top, typically with identifying colours or logos, worn by an athlete or member of a sports team.

verb

Definitions

  1. To clothe with, or as with, a vestment, or garment; to dress; to robe; to cover, surround, or encompass closely.

  2. To clothe with authority, power, etc.; to put in possession; to invest; to furnish; to endow; followed by with and the thing conferred.

    Example: to vest a court with power to try cases of life and death

  3. To place or give into the possession or discretion of some person or authority; to commit to another; with in before the possessor.

    Example: The power of life and death is vested in the king, or in the courts.

  4. To invest; to put.

    Example: to vest money in goods, land, or houses