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vestment

Pronunciation: /ˈvɛstmənt/

The English word “vestment” has 4 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A robe, gown, or other article of clothing worn as an indication of office.
  2. Any of the special articles of clothing worn by members of the clergy etc., especially a garment worn at the celebration of the Eucharist.
  3. Clothing.
  4. An article of clothing, especially an outer garment.

Etymology

From Middle English vestement, vestment, from Old French vestement, from Latin vestīmentum. By surface analysis, vest + -ment. Compare French vêtement.

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