waistcoat
1 synonym for waistcoat, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A sleeveless, collarless garment worn over a shirt and under a jacket, chiefly British.
How to use waistcoat
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
tweed waistcoat
three-piece suit with waistcoat
Etymology
A compound of "waist" and "coat".
Full origin of waistcoat →Frequently asked questions
What does “waistcoat” mean?
The word “waistcoat” means a sleeveless, collarless garment worn over a shirt and under a jacket, chiefly British. In plain terms, a sleeveless top layer, worn over a shirt and under a jacket — called a "vest" in American English.
How do you pronounce “waistcoat”?
“Waistcoat” is pronounced WAYS-koht (/ˈweɪs(t)kəʊt/ in IPA).
How do you use “waistcoat” in a sentence?
Here is “waistcoat” used in a sentence: “He completed his three-piece suit with a smart tweed waistcoat.”
What part of speech is “waistcoat”?
“Waistcoat” is a noun.
