vest (Meaning)
vest (n)
a man's sleeveless garment worn underneath a coat
a collarless men's undergarment for the upper part of the body
vest (v)
provide with power and authority
place (authority, property, or rights) in the control of a person or group of persons
become legally vested
clothe oneself in ecclesiastical garments
clothe formally; especially in ecclesiastical robes
vest (n.)
An article of clothing covering the person; an outer garment; a vestment; a dress; a vesture; a robe.
Any outer covering; array; garb.
Specifically, a waistcoat, or sleeveless body garment, for men, worn under the coat.
To clothe with, or as with, a vestment, or garment; to dress; to robe; to cover, surround, or encompass closely.
To clothe with authority, power, or the like; to put in possession; to invest; to furnish; to endow; -- followed by with before the thing conferred; as, to vest a court with power to try cases of life and death.
To place or give into the possession or discretion of some person or authority; to commit to another; -- with in before the possessor; as, the power of life and death is vested in the king, or in the courts.
To invest; to put; as, to vest money in goods, land, or houses.
To clothe with possession; as, to vest a person with an estate; also, to give a person an immediate fixed right of present or future enjoyment of; as, an estate is vested in possession.
vest (v. i.)
To come or descend; to be fixed; to take effect, as a title or right; -- followed by in; as, upon the death of the ancestor, the estate, or the right to the estate, vests in the heir at law.
Synonyms & Antonyms of vest
vest Sentence Examples
- In chilly weather, he wore a cozy fleece vest to stay warm.
- The security guard donned a reflective vest for visibility during the night shift.
- As part of the uniform, the firefighters wore protective vests to ensure their safety.
- The outdoor enthusiast always carried a compact vest for extra storage during hikes.
- The formal attire included a tailored vest that added a touch of sophistication to the suit.
- The explorer packed a lightweight vest for the expedition, ready for unpredictable weather.
- She fastened the safety vest before embarking on the construction site tour.
- The fishing guide sported a practical vest with numerous pockets for storing tackle and tools.
- A stylish puffer vest was the perfect addition to her casual ensemble on the brisk autumn day.
- The cycling club members wore matching vests for visibility and a sense of camaraderie during their rides.
FAQs About the word vest
a man's sleeveless garment worn underneath a coat, a collarless men's undergarment for the upper part of the body, provide with power and authority, place (auth
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In chilly weather, he wore a cozy fleece vest to stay warm.
The security guard donned a reflective vest for visibility during the night shift.
As part of the uniform, the firefighters wore protective vests to ensure their safety.
The outdoor enthusiast always carried a compact vest for extra storage during hikes.
