vestment

English
A bishop of the Church of Sweden wearing vestments

Etymology

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

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈvɛstmənt/

Noun

vestment (plural vestments)

  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. (in the plural) Clothing.
  4. (archaic) An article of clothing, especially an outer garment.

Translations
clothing — see clothing

References
  • vestment at OneLook Dictionary Search
  • vestment in The Century Dictionary, New York, N.Y.: The Century Co., 1911
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