Vest Definition
vĕst
vested, vesting, vests
noun
vests
A short, tightfitting, sleeveless garment worn, esp. under a suit coat, by men.
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An insert or trimming worn under the bodice by women, simulating the front of a man's vest.
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A similar garment worn by women.
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A calf-length, cassocklike garment worn by men in the time of Charles II.
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Any long robe.
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verb
vested, vesting, vests
To place (authority, power, property rights, pension rights, etc.) in the control of a person or group (with in)
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To dress, as in church vestments; clothe.
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To put (a person) in possession or control of, as power or authority; invest (with something)
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To put on garments or vestments; clothe oneself.
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To pass to a person; become vested (in a person), as property.
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other
(sleeveless outergarment): safety vest, scrimmage vest, fishing vest.
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idiom
play (it) close to the vest
- to be reserved, secretive, etc.; keep (one's plans, thoughts, etc.) to oneself
- to take no risks; be cautious, conservative, etc.
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Idioms, Phrasal Verbs Related to Vest
- play (it) close to the vest
Origin of Vest
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